This is the second protest by the villagers on-site and is a reflection of a growing movement against such encroachment and destruction of public land. Activists as well as residents of Chatola and neighboring villagers gathered together to condemn these actions of the builder.

The builder with complete impunity has been bringing trucks, JCB machines/excavators, and pickup vehicles which are now plying on this illegal road and over the playground.
The playground stands dumped with construction material, stones, and rubble, rendering it unfit and unsafe for the village youth.
In addition and in complete disregard to the safety of the villagers, the builder has also demolished a traditional village path.


The builder has also demolished a 70-year-old village water tank which was located on the southwest corner of the playground.
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A complaint has already been lodged with the District Magistrate, District Forest Officer, and Commissioner Kumaon but there has been no response from the administration to date.