Residents of insurgency-infested Bhejji village of Konta block in Sukma district can now commute on a proper road.
Notably, Bhejji is located around 28 kilometres from Injram at National Highway 30. Officials stated that earlier the journey from Bhejji to the National Highway was troublesome.
Today, several tractors and goods vehicle can move hassle-free in this route. It was not possible till a few months back, said sources.
According to officials, a large number of villagers had left the village due to the fear of Maoists and lack of facilities.
Interestingly, the ongoing developmental efforts undertaken by the local administration and police regarding security and social facilities had made around 60 families to return to their native place.
The development activities implemented by the District Administration include the utilization of `18.8 lakh sanctioned amount. It is being used for Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) schemes, reconstruction of solar water taps, drinking water and health facilities.
Also, the District Administration is trying to offer employment opportunities to the denizens. Unemployed youngster Manoj Kumar had demanded a shed for his father’s grocery shop.
The Community and Gram Sewak Awaas are also in need of renovation and can be set up as a Primary School and Anganwadi Centre, said officials.