The administrative complex in Assam's Chirang district, envisioned as a central hub for governance and constructed at a cost of several hundred crore rupees, is reportedly in a state of severe disrepair. Once designed to consolidate around 40 government departments under one roof, the sprawling District Centre complex now presents a picture of neglect, raising questions about maintenance and public accountability.
Reports indicate that the three-storey facility is plagued by unhygienic conditions and a lack of basic amenities. Piles of garbage have accumulated both inside the premises and notably outside the District Rural Development Agency's (DRDA) lone conference hall on the second floor. Sanitation services, including essential toilet facilities, are said to be dysfunctional, contributing to a visibly unsanitary environment.
Local officials have voiced concerns, highlighting the apparent absence of any regular waste management mechanism. Furthermore, essential infrastructure within the complex is reportedly non-operational; air conditioning units are out of order, and the backup generator, crucial during power outages, is also non-functional, severely impacting daily administrative work.
Constructed following the formation of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) with the ambitious goal of streamlining administrative functions, the complex represented a significant investment aimed at improving public service delivery. Its current dilapidated state, however, stands in stark contrast to its original purpose, underscoring years of inadequate maintenance and oversight. The situation underscores a critical need for immediate intervention to restore functionality and hygiene to this vital government facility.
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