Malkangiri Panchayat Struggles for Basics as residents of Nakamamudi Panchayat face an extreme lack of essential services. The situation shows how Malkangiri Panchayat Struggles for Basics despite years of promises under the Panchayati Raj system.
The panchayat covers 52 tribal villages with a population of over 11,000. Yet people say they still live cut off from basic government support. Many villagers travel nearly 60 to 70 km to reach their panchayat office or collect ration from the PDS shop.
The local sarpanch’s situation reveals the same hardship. He stays in a house without a proper door, highlighting the level of deprivation in the region. Villagers share that they spend entire days walking through hilly terrain just to reach an office. With no regular transport, no Lakshmi bus services and poor road access, even elderly residents trek long distances or use small country boats to cross rivers.
The absence of roads, bridges and public transport leaves thousands isolated. Residents say they need immediate government attention so they can access ration, documents, health services and welfare schemes without risking their safety or losing entire days in travel.
