Guwahati, 20th April: In the heart of Deohati village, Abhayapuri, Bongaigaon district, Sombari Rai’s battle for housing assistance unfolds against a backdrop of systemic neglect. Despite government initiatives like the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and Arunoday Aasani aimed at uplifting the impoverished, Sombari Rai remains overlooked and unheard.
Residing in a decrepit house with her ailing husband and two dependents, Sombari Rai embodies the silent struggles of many in similar predicaments. Despite her tireless efforts and impassioned pleas, she has yet to receive any aid, leaving her emotionally drained and disillusioned.
With her family’s survival hanging by a thread, reliant on the kindness of neighbors amidst the harsh conditions of their dwelling, Sombari Rai’s desperation for relief is palpable.
The question lingers: Will Sombari Rai’s resilience be rewarded? Will she find solace in the form of housing assistance through schemes like the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana or Arunodaya Aasani? Only time holds the answer, as her story serves as a poignant reminder of the urgent need to address the marginalized in society.