MLA inspects drainage stystem
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, April 15 2012:
Yaiskul AC MLA Elangbam Chand today inspected the drainage system of Wangkhei Tokpam Leikai and surrounding areas.
Together with IMC Ward No 18 Councillor Aribam Nimai, the MLA consulted with people of the ward about supply of potable water.
MLA Chand noted that surrounding areas of Ward No 18 particularly Wangkhei Tokpam Leikai is flooded every year during monsoon season.
Observing that clogging of the existing drainage is the primary reason for the seasonal flood, MLA Chand said that people have encroached upon or blocked drains at different points.
He said that his inspection was aimed at making a field assessment so that certain remedial measures can be taken up before arrival of the monsoon season.
He further claimed that efforts were on to incorporate replacement of old pipes by new ones in the work programme of concerned department so as to improve supply of potable water.
He said that he had met the Chief Minister on the matter and was given assurance to translate the proposal into action.