Cong councillors slam MC over civic woes in city

A delegation of Congress councillors staged a strong protest against the civic conditions in Jalandhar, holding the Municipal Corporation (MC) accountable for the flood-like situation that gripped the city recently. The councillors carried a massive poster featuring various newspaper clippings highlighting the ongoing civic issues and demanded urgent action. “Mayor Te Commissioner Jawab Dena, Jimmewar Kaun,” read the poster.

The protesting councillors entered the office of the Municipal Commissioner and submitted a memorandum, expressing their concern over poor drainage, waterlogging and failing sewerage infrastructure. They questioned the role of the MC and its leadership in addressing these issues, particularly the lack of preparedness ahead of the monsoon season.

“Heavy rains are not the only reason for flooding in the city. The Municipal Corporation’s negligence is equally responsible,” the councillors alleged. “The situation is unacceptable, and accountability must be fixed.”

In a letter addressed to Mayor Vaneet Dhir, the councillors raised questions about the repeated failure of the sewerage system and demanded who would be held responsible for the public’s sufferings and the damages incurred.

Senior Congress leader Pawan Kumar added, “Jalandhar residents are struggling with multiple civic problems on a daily basis. The situation is becoming increasingly distressing and reflects a serious failure of governance.” The Congress delegation urged immediate corrective measures and ensure that such a situation does not recur.