RTI Activist Er. Irfan Banka seeks action over misconduct in “My Town, My Pride” Prog

Srinagar: Er. Irfan Banka, a prominent RTI Activist and convener of the Nalae Ferozpora Bachav Movement, came forward to address an incident of misconduct that allegedly occurred during the ‘My Town My Pride Jan Abhiyan Program’ held at Mugam Town Hall in Budgam in December 2022.
In a statement issued to Kashmir Horizon, Er. Irfan Banka has communicated the matter to Raj Bhavan, seeking appropriate action, against those, who are involved in the misconduct incident. The statement reads that, “During the event, Er. Irfan Banka was denied the opportunity to address the audience and bring forward critical issues concerning the people and services in the community, including waste management, traffic management, and the achievement of sustainable development goals.” “The incident involved the Additional Registrar Co-operative Kashmir, who not only prevented Er. Irfan Banka from speaking but also subjected him to public humiliation,” reads the statement.
Meanwhile, Er. Irfan Banka has expressed deep concern over this act of misconduct and calls for immediate action against the responsible official. “Such behavior, especially from individuals in positions of authority, is unacceptable and undermines the principles of transparency and accountability,” Banka said. Furthermore, Er. Irfan Banka has taken the initiative to communicate the incident to Raj Bhavan, bringing it to the attention of the authorities responsible for overseeing the conduct of public officials. He has sought appropriate redressal and urges for a thorough review of the event proceedings, including an assessment of the visiting officer’s conduct during the program. The official statement further reads “Er. Irfan Banka emphasizes the importance of holding public officials accountable for their actions, while he remains committed to working towards the betterment of the community and will continue advocating for transparency, fairness, and citizen empowerment.”