Silchar, Assam: In a decisive move following the recent clearing of illegally occupied footpaths in the Tarapur area, Minister Kaushik Roy has delivered a powerful and unequivocal message, confirming the state government’s resolute stance against illegal construction.
Taking to his official Facebook page, the Minister addressed the ongoing eviction drives, specifically tagged to Silchar, making it clear that the campaign to reclaim public land will not be halted.
Minister Roy’s Ultimatum
The Minister’s statement was direct and short, leaving no room for misinterpretation:
“I have said it repeatedly, I have explained it repeatedly… I state clearly once again – Evictions will not stop, they will continue. No illegal construction on government land will be tolerated for even a moment.”
Context: The Tarapur Eviction
This statement comes immediately after the Cachar District Administration’s major operation on December 11, 2025, in the Tarapur E.N.D. Colony area. The drive utilized bulldozers to demolish shops and structures that had illegally encroached upon public footpaths and road margins for years.
- The objective of the drive, according to District officials, was to:
- Restore Pedestrian Safety: Ensure footpaths are clear for citizens.
- Ease Traffic Congestion: Improve the flow of vehicles in the densely populated area.
- Reclaim Public Space: Uphold the rule of law regarding the use of government property.
Zero Tolerance Policy
Minister Roy’s strong remarks reinforce the broader ‘Zero Tolerance’ policy of the Assam government against illegal occupation, which Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma has consistently prioritized. The announcement signals that the administration is prepared to intensify its efforts across Silchar and the entire Cachar district to ensure that public infrastructure projects and general civic order are not compromised by unauthorized structures.
The Minister’s firm declaration is a warning to all encroachers that no amount of resistance or pleas will deter the government from its mission to maintain clear public access and uphold the law.
