A contractor in Ram Sagar village, Jagtial, locked up the Gram Panchayat building on Tuesday due to unpaid bills. The contractor expressed his frustration over not receiving payment for the construction of the building, which cost Rs 20 lakh. He demanded that the office remain closed until his bill is sanctioned.
The contractor’s actions were a result of his anger towards the Gram Panchayat for not releasing the funds owed to him. By locking up the building, he intended to show his dissatisfaction with the delay in payment. The situation caused inconvenience to the officials and residents who rely on the services provided by the Gram Panchayat.
The contractor’s protest highlights the importance of timely payments and transparent processes in government projects. It serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by contractors in receiving their dues for completed work. The incident sheds light on the need for efficient communication and resolution of payment issues to avoid such conflicts in the future.
