The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) is facing criticism for violating its own rules in the 'No Hoarding Zone' on Janpath. Despite declaring the 5.8 km stretch from Sishu Bhawan to Vani Vihar as a hoarding-free area to maintain its smart identity, hundreds of government and private advertisements have been installed. This shift is reportedly driven by revenue collection goals. Previously, BMC had fined private firms up to 50,000 INR for similar violations, but since taking over management from the Smart City office, the number of hoardings, including digital and flex boards, has significantly increased, affecting parking spaces and aesthetics. https://sambad.in/metro/hundreds-in-no-hoarding-zone-12023852 #creator program