Daijiworld Media Network – Bantwal (EP)
Bantwal, Nov 14: Municipal council member Govinda Prabhu has strongly opposed construction of Indira Canteen compound wall in B C Road on November 14.
Govinda Prabhu alleged that land reserved for highway is acquired for the purpose. Deputy commissioner Sasikanth Senthil had visited and inspected the spot on November 13. The contractor had come with police protection on Wednesday morning and started construction of the compound wall. As Govinda Prabhu tried to obstruct their work, police sent him out.
This led to heated arguments between the contractor and Govinda Prabhu . A large number of people gathered due to the incident.
MLA Rajesh Nayak who tried to visit the spot was prevented by the police. The MLA speaking to news reporters clarified that illegal construction will not be allowed at any cost.