Dibrugarh: Opposition leader Debabrata Saikia on Friday expressed serious concern over the massive erosion at Maijan in Dibrugarh.
Addressing a press conference at Rajiv Bhawan, Saikia said the Maijan area has been shrinking day by day due to severe erosion caused by the Brahmaputra over the past several years. He alleged that the government has failed to stop the river’s continued encroachment.
“Every year, Dibrugarh faces waterlogging and people suffer huge problems during the monsoon, but the government has failed to solve the issue. The Himanta Biswa Sarma-led BJP government claims many things, but in reality, they do nothing,” Saikia said.
The opposition leader raised concerns over what he described as deepening political, social, and administrative instability under the current Assam government.
Saikia highlighted alleged governance failures, unfulfilled electoral promises, and what he described as divisive and controversial approaches adopted by the ruling leadership.
Pointing to gaps in the administrative structure, he drew attention to the large number of vacancies across government departments, especially in the health and education sectors. He accused the government of delaying recruitment processes, leading to disruptions in essential public services.
Saikia expressed concern over what he called a visible decline in government-run health and education systems. He alleged that poor planning, inadequate infrastructure development, and stalled recruitment have hindered progress in these sectors, forcing the public to bear the consequences.
He also criticised what he termed deliberate political attacks and attempts to create social divisions.
According to him, remarks made by top leaders have intensified discord among communities and weakened the state’s social fabric. He stressed that harmony and unity must be prioritised over polarisation for Assam’s long-term stability and development.
Saikia called for a cohesive, transparent, and accountable system to restore public trust. He urged coordinated efforts and proper implementation of policies to address the interlinked crises facing governance, the economy, and society.
“The future direction of Assam depends on the decisions taken today. A united, people-centric approach is essential to bring back stability, harmony, and development,” he said.
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