In a bold move highlighting administrative accountability, Gautam Buddh Nagar District Magistrate Manish Verma has taken strict action against electoral officers who failed to complete house listing operations within the stipulated timeframe. The DM has ordered the withholding of salaries for several officers, sending a clear message about the importance of timely execution of government surveys.
The house listing operation, part of the larger census exercise, was supposed to be completed by December 31, 2023. However, several areas under the Gautam Buddh Nagar district, which includes Noida and Greater Noida, remained uncovered despite the deadline passing.
Administrative Crackdown on Delayed Work
District Magistrate Verma, who also serves as the district election officer, expressed serious dissatisfaction with the progress of the house listing work. According to official sources, the DM reviewed the status and found that electoral registration officers in multiple tehsils had not completed their assigned tasks.
The affected officers include those responsible for Dadri, Sadar, and other key areas within the district. Their salaries have been put on hold until they provide satisfactory explanations for the delays and demonstrate substantial progress in completing the pending work.
Why House Listing Operations Matter
House listing forms a crucial part of the census process, helping the government create an accurate database of residential structures across the country. This data is essential for:
- Planning and allocation of resources
- Policy formulation and implementation
- Electoral roll revisions
- Infrastructure development planning
- Disaster management preparedness
The delays in Gautam Buddh Nagar could potentially affect broader administrative processes that rely on this fundamental data.
Official Response and Next Steps
When contacted, district officials confirmed the disciplinary action but declined to specify the exact number of officers affected or the duration of the salary withholding. "The DM has made it clear that deadlines must be respected, especially for critical exercises like census operations," said a senior official who requested anonymity.
The concerned officers have been directed to immediately complete the pending house listing work and submit compliance reports. Only after verification of completed work will the salary hold be reconsidered.
This action comes at a time when the Uttar Pradesh government has been emphasizing efficiency and accountability in administrative operations across all districts. The Gautam Buddh Nagar administration's strict stance sets a precedent for other districts facing similar challenges in completing census-related work.
