The Egyptian government has intensified efforts to reclaim state land, with 53 encroachments removed in Qena, Najc Hamadi, and Farshut. The crackdown, part of the first phase of Wave 30, targeted unauthorized construction on agricultural land and state property. A total of 12,725 meters of land was reclaimed, and legal action was taken against those responsible. Qena Governor Dr. Mustafa Al-Bablawi ordered the intensification of field campaigns to prevent building violations.

In Qena Center, authorities under the leadership of Ashraf Anwar removed 37 encroachments in the villages of Abnoud and Karam Imran. The reclaimed land, totaling 8,060 meters, was previously used for unauthorized construction on private agricultural land. The operation was carried out in coordination with security forces and under the supervision of Deputy Center Heads Talat Abd al-Shafi and Faraj al-Wahsh.

Najc Hamadi Center witnessed the removal of six encroachments, including unauthorized construction on agricultural land and state property, covering an area of 3,475 meters. The reclaimed land included a plot with a building, a plot with concrete pillars, and a wooden framework for a third-floor apartment. Authorities also removed illegal fences in several areas.

In Farshut Center, authorities removed 10 encroachments on private agricultural land, totaling 1,190 meters. The operation aimed to prevent further unauthorized construction and protect agricultural land and state property. The efforts are part of a broader campaign to enforce the law and prevent land encroachments.

The Egyptian government has been actively working to reclaim state land and prevent encroachments. The first phase of Wave 30 focused on removing unauthorized construction on agricultural land and state property. The campaign is part of a larger effort to protect the country's agricultural resources and maintain the rule of law.

Qena Governor Dr. Mustafa Al-Bablawi emphasized the importance of intensifying field campaigns to prevent building violations. The governorate's efforts aim to maintain the integrity of agricultural land and state property, and to prevent further encroachments. The authorities have been working to strike a balance between development and preserving the country's natural resources.

The removal of encroachments in Qena, Najc Hamadi, and Farshout demonstrates the government's commitment to protecting state land and agricultural resources. The efforts are expected to continue, with authorities working to prevent further unauthorized construction and maintain the rule of law.

Key points

  • 53 encroachments removed on 12,725 meters of state land in Qena governorate
  • Egyptian government intensifies efforts to reclaim state land and prevent encroachments
  • Wave 30 campaign aims to protect agricultural land and state property

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