Minister Directs Crackdown on Land Encroachment and Marijuana Sales in Khammam District

In a recent development aimed at restoring law and order in Khammam district, Telangana’s Revenue, Housing, and Information Minister, Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy, has issued stringent directives to the Khammam Police Commissioner, Sunil Dutt. The orders, issued during a meeting at the Kusumanchi camp office, highlight the Minister’s resolve to tackle two pressing issues affecting the region.One of the key directives involves cracking down on illegal encroachments on farmers’ lands, which have tragically led to suicides among the affected farmers. Minister Reddy emphasized the need for immediate legal action against those responsible for encroaching on agricultural lands using falsified certificates and other deceitful means.In addition to addressing land encroachments, Minister Reddy has also instructed Commissioner Sunil Dutt to intensify efforts against the sale of marijuana in the district. Expressing concern over the detrimental effects of marijuana use, especially among the youth, the Minister underscored the importance of stringent measures to curb its distribution and punish those involved.The meeting between Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy and Commissioner Sunil Dutt marks a significant step towards enhancing public safety and upholding the rule of law in Khammam district. The directives issued are expected to be promptly implemented to ensure a swift and effective response to these critical issues.