Silchar: Silchar took a decisive step towards smarter and safer urban management with the inauguration of a citywide surveillance and sanitation upgradation programme at the Silchar Municipal Corporation (SMC) premises in Sadarghat. Attending as chief guest, Silchar MLA Dipayan Chakraborty said the town is steadily moving away from years of civic neglect towards planned, technology-driven development. He praised SMC Commissioner Srishti Singh, IAS, for her innovative leadership and consistent field-level engagement, noting that visible improvements in civic administration reflect teamwork and administrative discipline.
Emphasising the importance of surveillance in modern cities, Chakraborty said CCTV cameras would enhance public confidence, deter anti-social activities and assist police in maintaining law and order, especially as Silchar’s commercial and educational footprint expands. The MLA also highlighted progress in waste management, stating that long-pending legacy waste issues are being addressed through focused efforts. Two Material Recovery Facility machines are now operational at the dumping ground, enabling scientific waste processing.
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In her welcome address, Commissioner Srishti Singh said the initiative prioritises citizen safety, transparency and the dignity of sanitation workers. She informed that CCTV cameras will be installed at 73 strategic locations across the town, with 48 inaugurated on the day and the rest to be completed in phases. A dedicated supervisor will monitor the system, with footage shared with Cachar Police when required. She also announced strengthened night-time sanitation, safe transport for night sweepers, new vehicles for debris removal and enhanced Swachh Bharat Mission support. The CSR-backed project has been implemented with support from Federal Bank.
