Srinagar, Oct 20 (KNS): Jammu and Kashmir Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party's North Kashmir in-charge Wajahat Raina on Tuesday alleged the use of substandard construction material and poor workmanship in an ongoing drain project from Gamroo Road to Rampora in Bandipora district and demanded an inquiry.

In a statement, Raina urged the district administration and concerned department to conduct an immediate inspection of the project and verify whether the construction material and execution of work meet approved technical specifications.

He demanded that payments to the contractor be withheld until the quality of construction is examined.

Raina said the alleged use of inferior material in public infrastructure projects could affect their durability and raised concerns over the utilisation of public funds.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

He also sought legal action against the contractor and any officials found responsible if violations of construction standards are established.

Raina urged the authorities to ensure that the drain is constructed according to the approved design and prescribed quality standards.

He said public infrastructure projects must be executed transparently and serve the interests of local residents.

The allegations could not be independently verified, and no response from the concerned department or contractor was available. (KNS)