In a major step, the City Survey Department will conduct a detailed measurement of Futala Lake and its catchment area on February 24 and 25, marking the first such survey in 100 years. The survey aims to identify encroachments, reclaim government land, and take legal action against illegal constructions.
The survey covers 63.42 acres, including Futala Lake (57.30 acres) under PWD Division One, Nagpur Circle, and 6.12 acres of catchment area owned by MAFSU. Reports since 2022 have highlighted illegal encroachments, with unauthorized structures built and land converted into private property.
Following complaints by West Nagpur MLA Vikas Thakre, Guardian Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule ordered immediate action in a meeting on February 12, 2025, reprimanding officials from NMC, PWD, and MAFSU. PWD and MAFSU have now initiated legal proceedings and eviction notices.
Gittikhadan Police have registered cases against Kamlesh Chaudhary, his mother Meena Chaudhary, and brother Mukesh Chaudhary under BNS, the Environment Protection Act, and the MRTP Act. In 2023, an illegal restaurant linked to the Chaudhary family was demolished, and Meena Chaudhary was booked for unauthorized construction.
PWD Executive Engineer Abhijit Kuchewar confirmed the two-day survey will begin on February 24. With legal proceedings underway, authorities are expected to reclaim Futala Lake’s land and restore it to its original state.
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