Manzoor Ahmad Tantary, a local resident of north Kashmir's Qalamabad Kupwara has formally lodged a complaint against the Beacon Department regarding serious irregularities in the ongoing road construction from Chota Bangus to Bada Bangus.
His complaint highlights multiple issues that raise concerns about the project's integrity and compliance.
Key concerns outlined by Tantary include:
Improper Material Acquisition: Tantary alleges that the Beacon Department has sourced construction materials from a nearby forest, violating approved estimates. He has submitted photographic evidence to support his claims.
Non-Compliance with Specifications: The complaint emphasizes that the required quantities of materials—4885 cubic meters of sand, 5212 cubic meters of 6.70 mm stone chips, 3929 cubic meters of 13.2 mm stone chips, and 6418 cubic meters of 26.5 mm stone metal—have not been met. It is reported that the materials used do not comply with necessary strength and durability standards.
Quality Concerns: Tantary raises alarms over the substandard quality of the materials supplied, which fail to meet the specifications outlined in the technical guidelines. He notes that the use of clay instead of river sand has led to road deformities, significantly hindering public access.
Suspicion of Collusion: The complaint suggests potential collusion between the Beacon Department and a specific engineer, raising concerns of possible embezzlement of government funds.
Unsuitable Material Use: Additionally, Tantary points out that the improper reuse of materials from previous road widening efforts has further compromised the road’s quality.
In light of these serious allegations, Tantary is calling for a comprehensive investigation and legal action against the Beacon Department to ensure accountability and justice.
As the community watches this situation unfold, there are calls for swift resolution to these pressing issues, which significantly impact local infrastructure and public safety.
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