Agartala to become clean, modern and city-friendly: Tripura CM Saha
Tripura CM Manik Saha launches major water projects and AI-based complaint systems to transform Agartala into a modern, citizen-friendly city.
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has announced a massive transformation plan to turn Agartala into a clean, modern, and citizen-friendly urban hub. Aiming for rapid development, the Chief Minister emphasized that all ongoing infrastructure projects are being tracked against strict deadlines to ensure the city evolves into a world-class living space.
Major Water Infrastructure Boost for Agartala
In a significant move toward improving urban living standards, CM Saha laid the foundation stone for two critical water infrastructure projects in the Collegetila area under Ward No. 24. These projects are designed to address the fundamental need for clean and accessible drinking water.
The key components of this initiative include:
- Surface Water Treatment Plant: A massive facility with a capacity of 6.81 million litres.
- Overhead Storage Tank: A 680-kilolitre capacity tank to ensure consistent water pressure and supply.
The Chief Minister revealed that a total of Rs 18 crore 17 lakh will be invested in these two specific projects in Collegetila. Highlighting the importance of resource management, Saha noted that providing pure drinking water is the first step toward a citizen-friendly environment, adding that water conservation is vital for both current and future generations.
AI-Powered Governance and Rapid Response
Moving beyond physical infrastructure, the state is embracing cutting-edge technology to improve civic administration. For the first time in Tripura, a sophisticated WhatsApp-based complaint reporting and calling system has been launched. This system, paired with an AI-based response team, aims to transform the Agartala Municipal Corporation area into a 'zero complaint' zone.
To support this digital shift, the Chief Minister also flagged off 10 high-tech vehicles dedicated to the Chief Minister's Rapid Response Team. The government has allocated Rs 2 crore 78 lakh 49 thousand for these specialized vehicles and truck-mounted water tankers to ensure quick action on public grievances.
Addressing Past Neglect and Temporary Hurdles
During the event, CM Saha took a sharp swipe at the previous administration, claiming that no significant renovation of the drinking water system was undertaken in the Agartala Municipal Corporation area during their 25-year tenure. He noted that this historical neglect has led to the current challenges faced by residents.
While acknowledging that some citizens are currently experiencing disruptions due to the construction of new roads and water pipelines, the Chief Minister assured the public that these issues are merely temporary. He promised that the comprehensive development works would be completed swiftly to restore normalcy and provide long-term benefits.
The foundation stone ceremony, held virtually from Rabindra Bhavan, was attended by several high-ranking officials, including Agartala Municipal Corporation Mayor and MLA Dipak Majumdar, Deputy Mayor Manika Das Dutta, and Secretary of the Urban Development Department Dr. Milind Ramteke, among others.