Jammu: In a major action, the district administration Jammu has closed at least 29 structures, including many prominent business establishments, located along the national highway in Narwal-Sidhra area of Jammu city.

The owners of these establishments have been asked to produce documents to justify the validity. As per news agency Kashmir News Observer (KNO), in an official statement issued from the office of Deputy Commissioner Jammu, it has been stated that around twenty nine structures have been closed on the highway in Jammu.

“These structures are located between Narwal and Sidhra areas of national highway and prima facie appear the have been constructed on state land,” the statement reads.

“Other commercial establishments on same road which are not currently believed to be on state land are operating normally,” said officials.

They added that further proceedings will be initiated by revenue officials immediately and in case the owners have any legal and valid claim, that shall be duly considered before any measure is taken—(KNO)