The drive was conducted by ward offices of Ghole Road, Vishrambaugwada,
Sahakarnagar, Bhavani Peth, Aundh, Dhole Patil road and Warje in their
respective areas.

Over 100 unauthorised stalls in the areas
such as Shivajinagar, Kasba Peth, Wadgaonsheri, NIBM Road, Shivarkar
Road were razed. The civic body also took action against illegal
hawkers, banners, handcarts and tin sheds. Over 300 boards including
hoardings and banners were pulled down. The officials also confiscated
40 unidentified vehicles, a statement issued by the PMC said.

The civic administration has started the drive against encroachments
on 42 major roads since the last one month. It plans to continue the
drive in a bid to reduce traffic congestion. The action against
encroachers will continue in the coming days.