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CM Dhami Inspects Dehradun Footpath Damage, Slams Official Negligence

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami made a surprise visit to inspect a damaged footpath in Dehradun's Jakhan area based on a CM Helpline complaint. He expressed strong displeasure over the negligence in repairs after underground cable work by the power utility. The CM directed officials to coordinate and fix the issue, criticizing visible overhead wires and wasted resources from repeated work. He instructed the Chief Secretary to launch a statewide drive to address similar public complaints.

Key Points: Uttarakhand CM Dhami Reviews Helpline Complaint On-Site

  • CM reviewed complaint on ground
  • Displeasure over official negligence
  • Faulty footpath repair after cable work
  • Directed coordination between departments
  • Ordered statewide drive for similar issues
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Uttarakhand: Pushkar Singh Dhami reviews complaint received on CM Helpline, expresses displeasure over negligence

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami personally inspected a damaged footpath in Dehradun after a helpline complaint, expressing displeasure at official negligence.

"He emphasised the need for proper planning, noting that repeated work not only causes inconvenience to the public but also leads to wastage of resources. - Chief Minister's Office"

Dehradun, April 17

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami reviewed a complaint received on the CM Helpline on Friday, instead of allowing it to be resolved merely through files.

During the visit, he expressed displeasure over negligence in the work and instructed officials to complete the task with proper coordination.

The complaint was lodged by Vivek Madan, a resident of Jakhan in Dehradun, regarding damage to the footpath on Rajpur Road caused during the underground laying of electrical lines. According to the complaint, a footpath was initially constructed along the roadside in Jakhan, but later the Uttarakhand Power Corporation Limited (UPCL) dug it up to install underground cables.

However, the refilling of soil was not done properly, leading to the sinking of tiles and making the footpath unusable for pedestrians.

Although the Chief Minister was scheduled to review the CM Helpline on Friday, he chose to visit Jakhan directly before the meeting to assess the complaint on the ground.

According to the Chief Minister's Office, accompanied by the complainant Vivek Madan, the Chief Minister used his mobile phone to show the condition of the footpath to officials through a video call.

Expressing concern, he directed departments to work in coordination. He also pointed out that despite the underground installation, electric lines were still visible above ground at several places, posing a potential risk to the public.

He emphasised the need for proper planning, noting that repeated work not only causes inconvenience to the public but also leads to wastage of resources.

The Chief Minister further stated that he will continue to conduct such regular inspections during his tours across the state.

He instructed Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan to ensure that similar complaints across the state are addressed through a dedicated drive. During the visit, the Chief Minister also interacted with local shopkeepers and residents.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good initiative by CM Dhami. But why does it take the Chief Minister's personal visit for officials to do their basic job? The coordination between departments is always missing. The footpath was built, then dug up, and now it's useless. Such a waste of taxpayer money.
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Rohit P
Using a video call on-site to show officials the problem is a smart use of tech! Hope this complaint gets resolved fast. My colony in Noida has the same issue with water board and electricity department working without talking to each other. Chaos everywhere.
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Ananya R
As a Dehradun resident, I appreciate this hands-on approach. Rajpur Road is a busy area, and damaged footpaths force pedestrians onto the road, which is dangerous. The CM Helpline actually working is a positive sign. Let's see if the 'dedicated drive' delivers results across Uttarakhand.
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Sarah B
Visiting the site before the meeting shows real commitment. The point about repeated work wasting resources is so true. Inefficiency and lack of planning are huge problems in public works. Hope this leads to systemic change, not just a one-time fix.
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Karthik V
Respect to CM Dhami for this. But one visit won't solve the deep-rooted 'chalta hai' attitude in our government offices. The Chief Secretary must ensure accountability. Also, kudos to Vivek Madan for lodging the complaint! Common citizens need to be more proactive.

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