Frustration has reached a boiling point in Adityapur as former municipal councilors have resorted to an extreme form of protest—an indefinite hunger strike—to highlight the severe deterioration of basic civic amenities in the industrial town.
The Breaking Point
Led by prominent former councilor Kundan Singh, the protestors have stationed themselves at the Adityapur Municipal Corporation office, declaring they will not eat until the administration takes concrete action. "We have tried every possible channel—meetings, petitions, demonstrations—but our pleas have fallen on deaf ears," Singh stated while beginning the hunger strike.
What Exactly Are They Protesting?
The protestors have highlighted multiple critical failures in the city's infrastructure:
- Water Supply Crisis: Irregular and contaminated water supply affecting thousands of households
- Roads in Disrepair: Dilapidated roads filled with potholes causing accidents and traffic chaos
- Drainage Disaster: Clogged drains leading to waterlogging during monsoons
- Garbage Management: Irregular waste collection creating unhygienic conditions
- Street Lighting: Non-functional street lights compromising safety, especially for women
Administration's Response
Municipal officials have acknowledged receiving the protestors' demands but have yet to provide a concrete timeline for resolution. A senior official from the corporation mentioned, "We are aware of the issues and are working on solutions, but some problems require significant budget allocations and time."
Public Support Grows
Local residents have begun joining the protest in solidarity, sharing harrowing accounts of how the poor infrastructure has affected their daily lives. Shopkeepers, students, and senior citizens have all expressed support for the hunger strikers, hoping this drastic step will finally push the administration into action.
The hunger strike represents a last-ditch effort by former public representatives to draw attention to the suffering of Adityapur's residents. As the protest enters its critical phase, all eyes are on the municipal administration to see how they respond to this urgent civic crisis.
