Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Jan 30: Jammu West MLA, Arvind Gupta, has expressed serious concern over the prolonged delay in the construction of a Government Degree College, Bhagwati Nagar building in the Jammu region, stating that the slow pace of work is adversely affecting students and academic activities.
Referring to an official communication issued to the executing agency, Gupta said that the College building was originally scheduled to be completed by December 2023, but even after the lapse of more than two additional years, only about 35-40 percent of the construction work has been completed. “This reflects sheer indifference on the part of both the executing agency and the construction company, causing severe hardships to the institution and its students,” he said.
The MLA who visited the College site today highlighted that due to the incomplete infrastructure, the college is functioning with very limited classrooms and practically no computer laboratory or smart classroom facilities. “Such deficiencies are directly impacting the academic environment and future career prospects of students. This is unacceptable in an era where quality education and modern infrastructure are basic requirements,” Arvind Gupta stated.
Quoting financial details, the MLA pointed out that as per the BEAMS report, the College has transferred Rs 8.20 crore to the Housing Board so far, while the utilisation certificate reflects expenditure of only 5.11 crore. “There is a clear gap in utilisation of funds. Complete details regarding the remaining amount must be provided immediately, and any unutilised funds should be surrendered without delay,” he demanded.
Arvind Gupta further urged the concerned authorities to expedite the construction work on priority and submit a clear status report along with financial reconciliation at the earliest. He warned that continued delay could force the authorities to consider foreclosure of the project to avoid further financial liabilities.
“This matter is of utmost urgency. Students cannot be made to suffer due to administrative apathy and lack of accountability. I will continue to pursue this issue until the project is completed and the College gets the infrastructure it deserves,” the MLA asserted.
He called upon the Government and executing agencies to fix responsibility, ensure transparency, and complete the project in a time-bound manner in the larger interest of students and the education sector.
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