AAP targets BJP-led MCD over deaths due to open drains
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has accused the BJP-led Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) of negligence following several deaths caused by open drains. AAP's Ankush Narang highlighted the lack of accountability from the MCD and demanded compensation for the victims' families. With the monsoon season approaching, concerns about waterlogging and safety have intensified.
- ▪The AAP accused the MCD of criminal negligence over deaths from open drains.
- ▪Several individuals have died in incidents related to open drains in the past two and a half months.
- ▪The AAP is demanding compensation of ₹1 crore for the families of the victims.
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The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Sunday accused the BJP-led Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) of “criminal negligence” over deaths caused by people falling into open drains across the national capital.Leader of the Opposition in the MCD Ankush Narang said while BJP Mayors may have changed, the civic body’s “irresponsible attitude” remained unchanged.He alleged that several people have died in such incidents over the past two and a half months, but the MCD repeatedly “evaded accountability”. He demanded strict action against the errant officials.“A 30-year-old man died in Rohini; Ayesha, 2, died in Burari; Rahul Singh died in Dilshad Garden; and Birju Singh died in Rohini Sector 32. In every incident, the BJP tried to suppress the matter and wash its hands of responsibility.
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