Amethi,

25 July (HS): Residents of Nuwawa village here protested with a banner stating

no road, no vote to underscore their long-standing need for better

roads. Due to a lack of action on the issue, the villagers vowed to boycott the

next panchayat and assembly elections. Amit Mishra, who led the protest, stated

that despite more than 70 years of independence, Nuwawa village lacks basic

development. There is no adequate roadway. During the monsoon, the hamlet

becomes inundated, making it difficult to leave our houses. We've constantly brought up the matter with

public representatives and authorities, but no action has been taken, he said. As

a result, the people have chosen to boycott the next panchayat and assembly

elections, he explained.

Sub-divisional

magistrate Ashish Singh verified that residents of Nuwawa village in Amethi

tehsil held a protest and displayed a sign that read no road, no vote. It's not

like there was no road before. The road

was built, however it has deteriorated.

We've heard complaints about this.

The block development officer in Amethi has been asked to take action,

and the problem would be remedied shortly, Singh stated. Panchayat elections

are slated for next year in the state, with state assembly elections in 2027.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi