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Congress Criticizes Assam Govt Over Rs.802 Cr Smart City Project
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Congress Criticizes Assam Govt Over Rs.802 Cr Smart City Project

13 Aug 2024 2 Min Read CW Team
The Assam Congress has strongly criticised the state government for its handling of the ?802 crore Smart City project in Guwahati, accusing it of delays and inefficiencies. The party alleges that despite the significant financial allocation, the project has made little progress, and the people of Assam are yet to see any tangible benefits from the initiative.

The Smart City project, launched with the goal of transforming Guwahati into a more sustainable and technologically advanced urban centre, has faced numerous challenges, including slow implementation and alleged mismanagement. The Congress claims that the state government has failed to deliver on its promises, leading to frustration among the citizens.

Critics within the Congress have also raised concerns about the transparency of the project, demanding that the government provide a detailed account of the funds spent so far. They argue that the lack of visible progress raises questions about whether the allocated funds are being used effectively.

The party has urged the state government to expedite the project and ensure that the objectives of the Smart City Mission are met. They emphasise the importance of completing infrastructure projects like this on time, especially in rapidly growing urban areas like Guwahati, where such developments are crucial for improving the quality of life for residents.

In response, the Assam government has assured that efforts are being made to accelerate the project and address any existing issues. They have reiterated their commitment to making Guwahati a model smart city, despite the setbacks encountered so far.

The ongoing debate highlights the broader challenges faced by urban development projects across India, where delays, funding issues, and governance challenges often impede progress. As the Assam government works to overcome these hurdles, the success or failure of the Guwahati Smart City project could have significant implications for the state's urban future.

The Assam Congress has strongly criticised the state government for its handling of the ?802 crore Smart City project in Guwahati, accusing it of delays and inefficiencies. The party alleges that despite the significant financial allocation, the project has made little progress, and the people of Assam are yet to see any tangible benefits from the initiative. The Smart City project, launched with the goal of transforming Guwahati into a more sustainable and technologically advanced urban centre, has faced numerous challenges, including slow implementation and alleged mismanagement. The Congress claims that the state government has failed to deliver on its promises, leading to frustration among the citizens. Critics within the Congress have also raised concerns about the transparency of the project, demanding that the government provide a detailed account of the funds spent so far. They argue that the lack of visible progress raises questions about whether the allocated funds are being used effectively. The party has urged the state government to expedite the project and ensure that the objectives of the Smart City Mission are met. They emphasise the importance of completing infrastructure projects like this on time, especially in rapidly growing urban areas like Guwahati, where such developments are crucial for improving the quality of life for residents. In response, the Assam government has assured that efforts are being made to accelerate the project and address any existing issues. They have reiterated their commitment to making Guwahati a model smart city, despite the setbacks encountered so far. The ongoing debate highlights the broader challenges faced by urban development projects across India, where delays, funding issues, and governance challenges often impede progress. As the Assam government works to overcome these hurdles, the success or failure of the Guwahati Smart City project could have significant implications for the state's urban future.

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