Member of the mechanism Haridev Mandal accused that most of the development projects have been confined to the paper and the system to provide reimbursement without completing the development projects is under the circle of mystery.[break]
Members of the mechanism have been merely concentrated as to how development projects could be brought to their constituencies, he said adding the working style of Local Development Officer is also not transparent.
Most of the speakers at a programme organized here on Monday by District Development Forum accused that the District Development Committee has been the place for embezzling public money since the all-party committee members are only focused on reaping personal benefits.
Deputy Superintendant of Police (DSP) Jagadish Pokharel stressed the need to collectively work against the financial irregularities and those working against existing act and regulations.
Coordinator of Rural Development Foundation (RDF), Bishnu Kunwar, expressed dissatisfaction over the status of implementation of most of the projects of DDC and urged all sides to work in a responsible manner.
Forum Chairperson Deependra Thakuri demanded action against both the giver and taker of payment without completing the stipulated works.
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