Residents in Kejriwal's Constituency Voice Concerns Over Water Shortage and Inadequate Drainage
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New Delhi, Dec 26 (NationPress) Amid an influx of electoral promises of ‘free revadis’ and financial aid under the anticipated Mahila Samman Yojana and Sanjeevni Yojana, a segment of the population in New Delhi constituency continues to grapple with issues of water scarcity, accumulating filth, and inadequate drainage facilities.
A few residents from the Princess Park area, located near India Gate, spoke to IANS about their grievances and criticized the city government's ‘callous and indifferent’ approach towards their struggles. They asserted that political entities and leaders visit them during election seasons but abandon them once elected.
New Delhi serves as the Assembly constituency of former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who is campaigning for re-election. The Assembly has transformed into a political arena as Congress has nominated ex-Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit's son, Sandeep Dikshit, to contest against him in the upcoming elections. The BJP is also considering fielding a significant candidate from this constituency.
An elderly woman from the area criticized the city government, expressing that residents are frustrated and annoyed with the current state of affairs. She ridiculed the Mahila Samman Yojana, a campaign promise by AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal, labeling it as mere empty promises.
"We encounter a water crisis daily. We struggle to secure drinking water every day. No one cares. Leaders only seek votes and then disappear," she remarked.
When asked about the Rs 2,100 assistance promised by AAP if they come to power, she scoffed, "Just forget it; you will receive 2,100 slippers instead of Rs 2,100 cash."
Another local resident mentioned that some individuals visited the area for registration recently, but she and many others feel ‘clueless’ regarding when they will actually receive this financial aid.
Several residents reported issues with dirt and filth in their surroundings while others inquired when the ruling AAP would fulfill its commitment to clean the Yamuna River.
"We are living in deplorable conditions here. The filth is overwhelming. There is no one to tend to our needs," stated another resident.
A few inhabitants acknowledged that a water pipeline has been installed in the locality, yet they have yet to receive a connection.
