Ukhrul, August 26: The Government of the People’s Republic of Nagalim (GPRN) has issued a stern notification tightening regulations on developmental works in the hill areas of Manipur. The move comes after mounting concerns over malpractice in bidding and execution, which has severely eroded the quality and credibility of projects in the region.
The government has directed all District Level Officers in the hill areas to strictly discharge their official duties without negligence, warning that failure to do so undermines governance and accountability. It has imposed a blanket ban on private contractors, firms or company, quoting below the scheduled rate in bidding processes, describing the practice as a deliberate compromise on the quality of public works.
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The notification further mandates that every awarded contract must be executed directly by the registered contractor, firm, or agency concerned. Subletting of projects to non-registered contractors has been outlawed, with officials stressing that such practices have long weakened the integrity of development initiatives.
Additionally, the government has restricted deductions of percentages from contractors, firms, or departments to their respective district headquarters only, seeking to prevent rampant and unauthorized financial cuts that drain project resources.
The order takes immediate effect and shall remain in force henceforth.
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