Guwahati, Aug. 31 -- The Raha administration in Assam's Nagaon district launched an eviction drive to reclaim government and forest land from illegal encroachers.

What makes this phase of the campaign noteworthy is that many settlers, after receiving eviction notices from the district administration, voluntarily vacated the encroached areas without any resistance.

The state-wide eviction initiative, undertaken under the directive of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, seeks to protect government land, forest reserves, and natural resources from illegal occupation.

"We must protect our public and forest land for future generations. Guided by the Chief Minister, we will continue this drive in the coming days," said Cabinet Minister Pijus...