Jatani Jatani is engulfed by numerous civic problems, including sanitation issues, drainage problems, road conditions, and the accumulation of waste along the roadsides. Despite the government’s substantial financial allocations under the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, sanitation efforts have been a complete failure. Similarly, under the Mukta Yojana, crores of rupees were spent, but large amounts were misallocated to unnecessary areas, leading to massive administrative corruption.
Every initiative seems to have failed entirely. If favoritism and political interference continue to dominate, no work will be done efficiently. Those in charge are more focused on filling their own pockets than addressing public concerns. The projects that have been undertaken remain incomplete even after years. Authorities seem indifferent to existing problems and are only interested in new projects, which further drain funds without addressing the core issues.
Sewage drains remain clogged, yet new drains are being built instead of repairing the old ones. In different wards, composting pits for organic waste have been abandoned, but higher authorities remain indifferent. Shops and business establishments have encroached on both sides of the main roads, and even over drains, making streets narrower and traffic more chaotic. The rise in accidents and loss of lives due to this congestion goes unnoticed by municipal officials.
The authorities have failed to take action against encroachments. While media attention has led to some minor demolitions, many illegal constructions remain untouched. The district collector has been informed, but no effective action has been taken. It is deeply concerning that municipal authorities are unwilling to follow the district administration’s directives. This raises the question of whether there are flaws in governance or a sheer lack of human empathy, which allows such administrative negligence to continue.
For the past 24 years, multiple schemes have been introduced, but their impact is almost negligible. Under Swachh Bharat, waste collection vehicles were purchased, yet they remain unused. Despite being a town with a large population, Jatani has seen government schemes fail, and funds are allegedly being misused. Roads and drainage systems are in complete disarray, with repair work either incomplete or not undertaken at all.
Municipal officials appear to operate under political influence, often aiding and abetting corrupt practices. The town, which includes 23 wards, has seen little improvement due to the inaction of local representatives. If these leaders regularly inspected their wards, Jatani would not be in such a dire condition.
Finally, an appeal is made to the district collector to take direct action. Like the Bhadrak district collector, who took surprise inspections in disguise, similar steps should be taken in Jatani. A thorough inspection beyond just the main roads is necessary, and strict directives must be issued to municipal authorities to implement corrective measures. This would bring relief to the residents of Jatani and ensure better governance.
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