HT Correspondent
SIVASAGAR, June 2: In an era where most government offices boast modern facilities and cutting-edge technology, the Sivasagar DIPRO office presents a stark contrast. Surprisingly, the administration appears completely indifferent to the sorry state of the infrastructure of this important department despite repeated media reports over the years.
The six-decade-old building on the southern bank of the historic Sivasagar tank may crumble down at any moment, as the whole structure is in ruins. The three employees of the department – one fourth-grade employee, one driver, and another technical assistant – may face serious consequences if it collapses during office hours. The building has not been repaired for many years; the ceilings, part of the walls, and window panes have caved in, and the worn-out furniture and interiors are all exposed to the elements. Whenever it rains, the rainwater seeps in, drenching files, computers, and furnishings, forcing employees to hastily relocate to drier areas.
Meanwhile, the DIPRO Jayanta Mout, now serving as liaison officer to Revenue minister Jogen Mohan, neglects his duties within the department. The assistant commissioner, Kankana Saikia, shoulders the additional responsibility of managing the DIPRO office. With only three staff members instead of the allocated nine, the department struggles to effectively communicate government programs to local media personnel, highlighting a significant gap in its operations.
