Siliguri, 24th September: Darjeeling District TMC President Ranjan Sarkar expressed outrage over the role of Siliguri Municipal Corporation as well as the Sub-Divisional Council in providing basic facilities to the citizens.
During a press conference, Ranjan Sarkar stated that both the bodies have failed to provide proper drainage systems and several other necessary services to the citizens. He alleged that even with a little rainfall, water accumulates in various places. Naxalbari, Kharibari, Hatighisha, and many other places have already been severely affected.
Besides, Sarkar also alleged that the maximum number of illegal constructions are found in leftist-directed wards.
On the other hand, during today’s press conference, Mohibul Islam Sheikh has been declared as the president of the present Minority Cell of Darjeeling District Trinamool Congress. The announcement was made as per the decision taken by the State Committee.