BAREILLY, Dec. 28 -- The district administration has ordered a probe into allegations of large-scale encroachment on government land in Bareilly following the development of residential colonies on land classified as ponds, chak roads, trenches and ceiling land, officials said.

The Sadar tehsildar has been tasked with conducting the investigation, with strict instructions to verify land records and take action in accordance with the law.

According to an official order issued by ADM (city) Saurabh Dubey on December 23, an inquiry has been directed into the alleged illegal occupation of ceiling land in South City colony on Badaun Road, Harmony Colony on Pilibhit bypass, and Supercity Colony on Dohra Road. The ADM has also sought early sub...