Sri Vijaya Puram, Oct 13: Mr. Mitun Das, Pradhan, Gram Panchayat Ramnagar, along with Mr. Arun Biswas, Sarpanch, Ramnagar, met the Lieutenant Governor of Andaman and Nicobar Islands to discuss several long-pending developmental, administrative and public welfare issues concerning the people of Ramnagar and the wider Diglipur region.
As a mark of respect and on behalf of the people of Ramnagar, Mr. Mitun Das presented a Tulsi plant and a copy of the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita to the Lieutenant Governor, conveying the heartfelt respect, goodwill and cultural values of the people of Ramnagar.
During the meeting, the representatives submitted important public grievances and requested the kind intervention of the Lieutenant Governor for their early resolution.
Approval of 45% Enhancement in MGNREGA Wages Pending with MHA: Mr. Mitun Das highlighted the pending approval for a 45% enhancement in MGNREGA wages at the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). Emphasising the importance of fair wages for rural workers and economically weaker families, he requested the Lieutenant Governor’s kind intervention to expedite the pending approval so that rural workers can receive better financial support and livelihood security.
Long-Pending Land Issues of Pre-1978 Occupants Holding Licences Issued in 2003: The representatives raised the long-pending land issues concerning pre-1978 occupants in Ramnagar and Diglipur who were issued land licences in 2003 but are still awaiting resolution of their cases, including physical possession of land wherever pending. They highlighted the hardship and uncertainty faced by the affected families and requested a fair, practical and time-bound administrative solution that takes into account the genuine concerns of all parties.
Urgent Repair and Improvement of Ward No. 5 Zilla Parishad Road, Ramnagar: The deteriorated condition of the Ward No. 5 Zilla Parishad road was brought to the attention of the Lieutenant Governor. The representatives requested urgent intervention for its repair and improvement to ensure safe and convenient transportation for local residents.
Restoration of the Executive Engineer, PRI Division Office at Diglipur: The representatives highlighted the difficulties faced by the public and Panchayati Raj Institutions due to the absence of a separate Executive Engineer, PRI Division office at Diglipur. They requested restoration of the division office to reduce the hardship faced by residents who have to travel long distances to Mayabunder for official work and follow-up.
Humanitarian Intervention in the Case of 20 Zilla Parishad Daily Rated Mazdoors (DRMs): Mr. Mitun Das raised the long-pending case concerning 20 Zilla Parishad Daily Rated Mazdoors (DRMs) of North and Middle Andaman. He highlighted the financial hardship and uncertainty faced by the workers and their families despite favourable High Court decisions. He earnestly appealed for suitable intervention, including consideration of appropriate legal measures, to facilitate an early and just resolution of the matter in the interest of the affected workers and their families.
Commitment to Public Welfare: Mr. Mitun Das emphasised that these issues directly affect the livelihood, dignity and overall development of the people of Ramnagar and North Andaman. He reiterated his commitment to continuously raising grassroots-level concerns with the concerned authorities and seeking practical solutions for the welfare of the people.
Both Mr. Mitun Das and Mr. Arun Biswas expressed their sincere gratitude to the Lieutenant Governor for granting them an opportunity to present the genuine concerns and aspirations of the people of Ramnagar and Diglipur. They expressed hope that the matters raised would receive due consideration and that appropriate directions would be issued to the concerned departments for necessary action.
