Bhagalpur: Smart City Status Still Elusive
Despite receiving funding and implementing various projects under the Smart City initiative for almost 8 years, Bhagalpur has not been able to achieve the status of a smart city. Many projects, including the installation of e-toilets, have been carried out, but some have been ineffective and are now in a deteriorating state.
Issues with E-Toilets in Bhagalpur
Several e-toilets were constructed in Bhagalpur, but many remain non-functional or have failed shortly after being put into operation. The lack of awareness among residents about the functioning of these toilets has also contributed to their poor maintenance. Vendors in the area have reported that the e-toilets are often locked and inaccessible, causing inconvenience to the public.
Costly E-Toilets Fail to Serve the Public
Despite the considerable cost of approximately 2.5 crores to build e-toilets in Bhagalpur, these facilities have largely been ineffective and poorly maintained. Moreover, key market areas in the city do not have a single public toilet, highlighting the failure of the Smart City initiative to prioritize essential amenities for residents and visitors.
भागलपुर को स्मार्ट सिटी का दर्जा मिले करीब 8 वर्ष बीत गए, लेकिन अब तक शहर स्मार्ट नहीं हो पाया है। शहर में बनाए गए ई-टॉयलेट का हाल भी बेहाल है, कई जगहों पर इन टॉयलेट्स का ताला बंद पड़ा हुआ है और कई जगहों पर ये काम ही नहीं कर रहे हैं। इसके बावजूद भागलपुर में शहर के मुख्य बाजारों में एक भी टॉयलेट नहीं बनाया गया है। ऐसे में स्मार्ट सिटी के नाम पर शहर में खानापूर्ति की जा रही है।