Biswajit visits, assures Khongnem Thana folks
Source: The Sangai Express / DIPR

Imphal, June 29 2021: Works Minister Thongam Biswajit Singh today inspected the 2020 landslide affected stretch of National Highway–2 at Khongnem Thana, Senapati district and assured to release the compensation to the families affected by the new road alignment for restoration of the National Highway stretch.

It may be mentioned that a landslide occurred at Khongnem Thana village along NH-2 on October 23 last year.

Speaking to media persons at the site, the Works Minister maintained that the new route was created subsequent to the landslide with strict supervision of the Chief Minister and due consultation with the Khongnem Thana villagers.

But sadly some of the residential areas had to be affected for the construction of the new road, the Minister said while assuring that the compensation to the affected families will be provided at the earliest to facilitate them to shift to a suitable location.

The Works Minister also said any form of agitation during the present pandemic will cause undue sufferings to the people.

The Minister also met the village chairman and members of the affected families and heard their grievances.

Biswajit further urged the public to support the Government in its endeavour to bring equal development in the State.

He said the Government has its door wide open for the public and further called for constructive criticism instead of spreading negative criticism.

He further appealed to the public of Senapati district to make the ongoing COVID-19 vaccination a success by coming out in large numbers.

Bishwajit also appealed to NGOs and CSOs to help in creating awareness about the need and benefit of getting vaccinated among the local populace.

During the visit the Minister was accompanied by Additional Chief Engineer, National Highway, PWD, Y Joykumar and officials concerned.

The team also visited the temporary settlement area of the affected families at Khongnem Thana Community Hall.

Mention may be made that the villagers of the Khongnem Thana had recently warned the State Government of agitation if their due compensation is not provided.

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