Kolkata: C Murugan, roll observer for South 24 Parganas and south Kolkata, on reaching Falta on Thursday, was confronted by women, who demanded the release of funds for 100-day-work scheme. Murugan was visiting some homes in Harindanga to verify SIR forms, when he was gheraoed.
The women questioned why the Centre did not provide homes under Awas Yojna and alleged absence of central support during Covid. They said they would not allow SIR verification unless they were provided basic amenities. tnn