CHANDIGARH, March 4— To restore order in the city’s commercial heart, the Chandigarh Municipal Corporation on Wednesday removed six abandoned cars from Sector 17. The vehicles were impounded from Bank Square after authorities determined they had been stationed in public parking spots for a prolonged period, causing significant inconvenience to shoppers and commuters.
The enforcement team took action under the supervision of the Municipal Commissioner to address the issue of dumped vehicles and encroachment. The cars involved in the sweep were identified as property of Indian Bank. Municipal staff declared that the long-term presence of these vehicles hindered the efficient use of the limited parking space available in Sector 17.
In addition to the removal of the vehicles, the corporation served a challan to the bank management. Officials affirmed that the penalty was issued for the unauthorized use of public infrastructure. They stated that institutional entities must ensure their property does not infringe upon the common spaces meant for the general public.
The corporation maintained that the restoration of smooth movement in busy markets remains a top priority. Authorities asserted that the impounded vehicles will only be released after the payment of the requisite fines and towing charges. The Municipal Corporation declared that similar drives would be conducted in other sectors to ensure that all public parking areas are utilized for their intended purpose.
