Hundreds of commercial complexes, petrol pump and multi-storeyed buildings were demolished in Banaswadi on Saturday, as part of an anti-encroachment drive by Revenue officials at the lake bed.
Over 300 policemen were deputed in and around the lake bed to ensure law and order. Over half a dozen earth-movers bulldozed the structures amidst a protest by residents. Several protesters have been detained by the police.
Areas in and around Banaswadi HRBR Layout looked like a ‘war zone’ as dust emerging from the operation engulfed the area.
