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NHRC Special Monitor Reviews Rural Schemes in Assam’s Kamrup
Uma Kant, a special monitor from the National Human Rights Commission, visited Kamrup in Assam.
He reviewed how rural development programs were progressing.
Officials explained the work being done in the district.
The team also learned about livelihood programs for rural communities.
Kant said the efforts were promising.
He asked local councils to help enforce the plastic ban.
He also encouraged separating wet and dry waste before collection.
Kant suggested improving water projects called Amrit Sarovars and helping communities maintain them.
National Human Rights Commission Special Monitor Uma Kant reviewed rural development schemes in Assam’s Kamrup district.
Officials presented an overview of Kamrup and the work undertaken by the Panchayat and Rural Development Department.
The visiting team received a briefing on initiatives under the Assam State Rural Livelihoods Mission.
Kant urged stronger plastic-waste management, source-level segregation, plastic-ban enforcement and plastic recycling.
He also suggested improving Amrit Sarovar projects and promoting their proper upkeep and use.
- Who
- National Human Rights Commission Special Monitor Uma Kant, officials of the Panchayat and Rural Development Department, and local panchayat representatives.
- What
- A review of rural development schemes and related initiatives in Kamrup district.
- Where
- Kamrup district, Assam, including the Boko Development Block Office.
- When
- Thursday, August 20; the year was not specified.
- Why
- To assess progress, strengthen rural development efforts, improve waste management, and support the upkeep and use of Amrit Sarovar projects.
Key facts
- Reviewer
- National Human Rights Commission Special Monitor Uma Kant
- District
- Kamrup, Assam
- Site visited
- Boko Development Block Office
- Livelihood initiative
- Assam State Rural Livelihoods Mission
- Waste priorities
- Plastic-ban enforcement, source segregation of dry and wet waste, and plastic recycling
- Additional recommendation
- Improve Amrit Sarovar projects and their upkeep and utilisation
- Local participation
- Gram panchayats and anchalik panchayats under the Boko block participated in a joint meeting
Quotes
Uma Kant
NHRC Special Monitor visiting Kamrup district
“Kant described the efforts as "attractive and promising"”
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Sources
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