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Time of India
13 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Monsoon misery persists in Sanganer despite CM's repeated visits
1 2 3 4 5 6 Jaipur: The arrival of monsoon has not only brought the much-needed rains to Rajasthan but has also seen Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma making his second visit this year to his constituency, Sanganer. On Wednesday, he issued fresh directives to Jaipur Development Authority (JDA) and Jaipur Municipal Corporation-Greater (JMC-G) officials, urging them to repair broken roads, address water supply issues and expedite sewer line work. The reality on the ground, however, tells a different story. Sanganer continues to reel under the same age-old problems: crumbling infrastructure, choked drains and monsoon misery. Take the Malpura underpass, for instance. Once meant to ease movement, it's now riddled with potholes, nearly impossible for two-wheelers to navigate without swerving dangerously. Just a few metres ahead, a broken cement block intended to cover an open drain lies partially collapsed. During heavy downpours, water rushes past with such force that the drain's gaping void becomes clearly visible. Rajeev Jaga, who runs a nearby shop, said, "It's been nearly 15 days since this block broke. Just two days ago, rainwater overflowed onto the road. We locals know where to step but for a stranger, it could be fatal." The same chaos spills into public schools. At Mahatma Gandhi English Medium School in Dada Gurudev Nagar, water has flooded not only the approach road but the school playground as well. "Two days ago, the road outside was completely submerged," said staffer Ashok Jangid. "As for officials? No one ever shows up here, forget about acting." Even as the Diggi Kalyan Ji pad yatra drew large crowds Thursday, basic arrangements were lacking. Babulal, who was setting up tents for the pilgrimage, remarked, "What's the use of the CM's visits? He comes, gives orders, leaves. Nothing changes. Even today, when everything should've been perfect, the roads are still broken and waterlogged." Outside the CM's own local office building (Mukhyamantri Camp Karyalay), the main road is no better. One side is a stretch of potholes, the other a mini-lake formed by stagnant rainwater deep enough to submerge a four-wheeler's tyres. In Engineer's Colony near Mangyawas, the road caved in after Monday's downpour. Local resident Aman Saini says, "This road was once solid. Ever since they dug it up for the sewer line, it turns into a mess after just one rain. Now it's all mud and slush." Perhaps the most symbolic of all is the RIICO Kata area, where the CM himself laid the foundation stone for road widening on Jan 12. Today, only the stone remains. Around it, nothing but water, cracked roads and a disappointed public. Sanganer's struggle reveals a deeper rot where govt visits, foundation stones and grand declarations rarely translate into real change.
Time of India
19-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Diya conducts a constituency check
Jaipur: Deputy CM and Vidhyadhar Nagar MLA Diya Kumari Saturday conducted an inspection of civic infrastructure and public facilities in her constituency. She expressed displeasure over broken roads, illegal encroachments, and poor sanitation, and took to task Jaipur Development Authority (JDA) and Jaipur Municipal Corporation-Greater (JMC-G) officials. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Kumari highlighted the poor condition of the Ambabari drain, which was clogged with water hyacinth and garbage. She instructed civic teams to remove the vegetation and waste immediately and to develop the stretch into an alternative route to ease traffic congestion in the area. She directed that boundary walls be constructed around govt land to prevent further encroachments. She instructed JDA's zone deputy commissioner to remove encroachments from the Justice Daulatmal Bhandari Scheme and areas along the Dravyavati River corridor. Kumari called for a concrete action plan to ensure the timely development of parks and civic amenities in Ambabari. She also engaged with local residents, listened to their suggestions, and assured them that their concerns would be addressed.
Time of India
12-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Rs 500 crore in UD tax still unrecovered, no action on outsourced firm
Jaipur: Despite ongoing efforts to improve revenue collection, Jaipur Municipal Corporation- Greater (JMC-G) has not been able to recover Urban Development (UD) tax of nearly Rs 500 crore pending since 2007. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The civic body has begun organising tax collection camps across various zones to address this issue but officials admit that actual recovery remains poor. However, no action has been yet taken against Sparrow, the private company hired to assist with tax collection, despite its consistent underperformance. A senior official, speaking on condition of anonymity, admitted, "We have organised multiple outreach camps but response wasn't as expected. The backlog is significant and we are under pressure to show results." JMC-G has been outsourcing tax recovery operations to Sparrow for several years but there has been no major improvement in collection efficiency. Residents have also raised concerns about company's inconsistent service, lack of follow-up and limited accountability. An internal review of the collection progress reportedly showed no substantial year-on-year growth, prompting questions about corporation's continued reliance on same outsourced agency. However, no official action or penalty has been initiated against Sparrow so far. JMC-G officials say they are now exploring alternative methods and digital platforms to speed up collections and reduce dependency on third-party contractors. However, with financial year progressing rapidly and revenue targets still unmet, pressure is mounting on administration to act decisively.
Time of India
08-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
Over 5,500 stray cattle rescued in five months, shifted to Hingoniya
Jaipur: In a significant animal welfare push, Jaipur Municipal Corporation-Greater (JMC-G) rescued and relocated over 5,500 stray cattle from city roads to the Hingonia Gaushala over the past five months. In addition, more than 1,000 injured or sick cattle were transported and admitted for treatment through the corporation's dedicated animal ambulance service. To review preparations ahead of the monsoon, JMC-G commissioner Gaurav Saini conducted a surprise inspection of Hingoniya Gaushala Tuesday. Saini said, "During the monsoon season, ensuring proper fodder supply, drainage, and medical facilities becomes even more critical. The safety and well-being of cattle is our top priority." He closely inspected the condition of the gaushala, checking cleanliness, cattle health, fodder availability, and on-site medical arrangements. Saini also visited the nearby Nandishala and the multi-purpose veterinary hospital, where he reviewed the care and treatment of native cattle housed there. He expressed satisfaction with the infrastructure and upkeep. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 20 Pieces of Clothing Older Women should Avoid Learn More Undo Beyond rescue operations, the Animal Welfare Wing of the corporation has taken strict action against unlicensed meat vendors. Licensed vendors have been issued permits, generating Rs 3.5 lakh in revenue, while the online dog registration system brought in an additional Rs 66,300. Officials from JMC-G said that all departments have been put on alert mode ahead of the rainy season. "We are operating in mission mode to ensure all cattle welfare systems remain active and responsive during the monsoon," said a senior official.
Time of India
28-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Civic body faces criticism as stray dog attacks rise
Jaipur: The stray dog menace in Rajasthan has become a serious public safety issue, with rising dog bite cases causing widespread concern, particularly among parents. In several regions of the state, including Jaipur, Kota, Bharatpur, Udaipur and Alwar, incidents made local parks and residential lanes unsafe for children and the elderly. Official data showed over 4.22 lakh dog bite cases were recorded across the state in the past year, averaging more than 1,100 cases per day. This surge led to an unprecedented demand for anti-rabies vaccines, with over 86,965 doses requested already in the early part of 2025–26. Amid growing public outrage, administrative authorities appeared to shift responsibility between departments. The health department stated its primary duty was to ensure vaccines and serum were readily available after a bite. Officials also emphasised the importance of proactive roles from municipal corporations and the animal husbandry department in prevention. Jaipur Municipal Corporation-Greater (JMC-G) in March 2024 awarded a Rs 2.1-crore three-year contract to Human Welfare Society for sterilisation and stray dog population control. Despite this, the city continued to register 17 to 20 dog bite complaints daily. JMC-G commissioner Gaurav Saini defended the civic body's actions, stating that the budget was being used appropriately, diseased animals were being identified, and sterilisation efforts were underway. However, Rajeev Chaudhary, Leader of Opposition in JMC-G, criticised the animal management wing of the corporation. "Jaipur has effectively become the dog bite capital. Mismanagement of tenders has only worsened the crisis," he said.
