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Sivasagar staff protest MLA Akhil Gogoi following altercation with Deputy Commissioner
Sivasagar staff protest MLA Akhil Gogoi following altercation with Deputy Commissioner
Employees of the Sivasagar Deputy Commissioner’s office staged a protest on Friday against Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi. Staff members observed a work stoppage and wore black bands to condemn his alleged misbehaviour with District Magistrate Mridul Jadav. This action follows a heated exchange earlier in the week regarding flood relief operations in the district.
An official said the group appreciated Gogoi’s flood relief efforts but objected to his conduct towards the DC. Employees plan to send a formal letter expressing concerns and expect a public acknowledgement of the mistake from the legislator. Meanwhile, the DC clarified that discussions become aggressive when explaining procedures bound by government guidelines.
Indian Opinion Analysis
Tensions between elected representatives and bureaucratic machinery often arise during crisis management, yet institutional protocol typically shields officers from verbal intimidation. Prior instances in Assam involved state secretaries intervening when legislators bypass administrative channels during emergencies. Here, the disciplinary code governing civil servants dictates how internal complaints are processed through seniority rather than political pressure. The District Magistrate holds authority to initiate departmental proceedings if verbal abuse is proven via records. Stakeholders will track whether the Collector issues an inquiry notice or defers to the Chief Minister to mediate. The final outcome depends on the district officer’s response to the employees’ written complaint.
Source: assamtribune.com
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