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Loktantrik Samajwadi Party Chairman Mahanta Thakur Criticizes Chure Exploitation and Budget Spending

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Loktantrik Samajwadi Party Chairman Mahanta Thakur has voiced strong concerns regarding the exploitation of the Chure region and the effectiveness of budget implementation. He stated that uncontrolled resource extraction is creating a crisis in Madhesh, leading to erosion and flooding, while budget spending lacks transparency and visible results. Thakur emphasized that development plans must be practically implemented and felt by the public, not just remain on paper.

  • Mahanta Thakur criticized the ongoing extraction of stones, soil, and sand from the Chure region despite discussions about its destruction.
  • He expressed dissatisfaction with the budget allocation and spending process, describing it as non-transparent and questioning where half the budget disappears.
  • Thakur noted that settlements remain submerged for months without adequate state attention, and environmental destruction threatens the closure of schools.
  • He urged that this year's budget should not be wasted and should reach target groups and regions effectively.
  • The Ministry of Agriculture, Forests and Environment has formed a 15-member task force to manage human-wildlife conflict, improve policies, and ensure effective implementation.

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