Kangana Ranaut Pulls Up Officials Over Delayed MPLADS Projects
· India · Times of India, Indian Express
BJP MP Kangana Ranaut criticized officials during a DISHA Committee meeting in Himachal Pradesh for the slow implementation of development works funded by the Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme. She questioned the utilisation of nearly Rs 11 crore allocated for her constituency, noting that only a small fraction of the funds has been spent. The MP dismissed official assurances of progress as fake promises, citing external surveys that contradicted claims of 90% project completion. Ranaut demanded that pending works, which have been delayed by issues such as land availability and permits, be expedited immediately. She also expressed frustration regarding the work ethic of local officials and the potential impact of these delays on her public accountability.
Why it matters
The delay in MPLADS funds directly impacts infrastructure and development projects in the Mandi constituency, leaving essential local works unfinished despite budget allocations.
Read the original report — Times of India
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