The Chandigarh Union Territory (UT) administration has intensified its efforts against illegal encroachments by removing unauthorized vendors from the congested markets and narrow lanes of Sector 13, Manimajra. This operation is part of a citywide campaign aimed at regulating street vending and ensuring unobstructed movement for pedestrians and vehicles. Senior officials, including home secretary Mandeep Singh Brar and deputy commissioner Nishant Kumar Yadav, inspected the cleared areas to assess the removal's effectiveness. They emphasized the need for sustained enforcement to keep public pathways clear and accessible. The administration is preparing to submit an affidavit to the Supreme Court of India by May 12, demonstrating its commitment to controlling illegal hawking in the city. Following this, further operations are expected in other parts of Chandigarh, as encroachment remains a significant civic challenge, particularly in densely populated areas like Manimajra, where complaints about blocked roads and safety hazards are common.