MLA Saryu Roy Demands Accountability and Public Service Commitment from JNAC and Tata Steel UISL

Saryu Roy, MLA for Jamshedpur West, has delivered a strong directive to officials at Jamshedpur Notified Area Committee (JNAC) and Tata Steel UISL, stressing the importance of prioritizing public welfare without bias or favoritism. He stated, “Whether it’s a minister or someone using influence, they cannot be given priority at the cost of public welfare. This practice must end.”

During a meeting with key officials, including JNAC Deputy Municipal Commissioner, Tata Steel UISL General Manager RK Singh, Sanjiv Jha from the Water Supply Department, and Amit Singh from Tata Land, Roy raised concerns about declining public services.

Roy highlighted deteriorating sanitation conditions in Kadma and Sonari, especially after the assembly elections, and noted significant gaps in water supply and cleanliness. He criticized the high costs of water connections in settlements, deeming them unaffordable for residents. Roy recalled that Tata Steel UISL had earlier deployed 25 sanitation workers in these areas under the supervision of the then MLA and minister. However, post-elections, these workers were no longer visible.

While clarifying that he was not seeking control over the workers, Roy emphasized Tata Steel UISL’s ethical obligation to deploy them through JNAC to improve sanitation services. He urged Tata Steel UISL to reduce water connection charges and provide relief to economically weaker communities.

Roy also pointed out the absence of contractors like Sai Construction and Seva Sahyog, which had resulted in garbage piling up in Kadma and Sonari. He warned that if sanitation workers were not actively seen on the streets, he would demand accountability from JNAC on January 25 and push for legal action if necessary.

Additionally, Roy criticized Tata Steel UISL for stepping back from its prior commitments to manage sanitation and waste collection in these areas. He called for an explanation regarding the change in agreements and warned that alternative solutions would be sought if Tata Steel UISL failed to deliver on its sanitation and water obligations at reasonable rates.

Roy concluded by asserting that the Industrial Township Committee’s formation would be futile if Tata Steel UISL did not uphold its responsibilities to the community.