Guwahati: The Ambedkar Bhavan, situated in the heart of Dhubri town, has been found abandoned and in a state of disrepair, sparking widespread public anger over the wastage of public funds.
The government-funded building, constructed at a cost of ₹30 lakh, was meant to honour the legacy of Dr Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar.
Despite the allocation of an additional ₹9.68 lakh for the construction of a boundary wall and connecting road, the building has remained unused since its completion in 2015. A letter from the office of the then Deputy Commissioner Dhubri, dated September 2, 2015, confirms the completion of the Ambedkar Bhavan and its handover to the Sub-Divisional Welfare Officer, Dhubri.
However, the building has been left unoccupied, surrounded by overgrown vegetation, and has suffered significant damage and theft due to the lack of security and maintenance. Valuable items, including a generator, have been stolen or deteriorated. The public has also raised concerns over the absence of Dr Ambedkar’s statue in front of the building.
The situation has drawn widespread criticism from conscious sections of society, who are demanding accountability from the government and the district administration. Citizens are now urging immediate action to restore and utilize the Ambedkar Bhavan, ensuring that such large-scale government investments do not go to waste. The government is under pressure to address the issue and repurpose the building for the benefit of the community.
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