In a remarkable display of community spirit, traders in North Lakhimpur town have come together to install over 1000 street lights in just one week, at their own expense.
The initiative was launched following an appeal by MLA Manab Deka, who urged traders in the municipal area to take part in the noble cause of lighting up the town.
The project has been a resounding success, with more and more street lights being put up every day. The traders' efforts have transformed the city's streets, making them brighter and safer for everyone.
The move comes as a welcome relief for residents who have long complained about the lack of adequate street lighting in the city. The initiative has not only made the streets safer but has also boosted the local economy, by making the city more attractive to shoppers and tourists.
The traders' efforts have been widely praised by the community, with many expressing their gratitude for the improved lighting.
MLA Manab Deka has also lauded the traders for their contribution to the city, saying that their efforts have helped to make North Lakhimpur a shining example of community spirit.
Speaking to India TodayNE, MLA Manab Deka said, "Althought from the state government we have installed more than 200 street lights, however, I have appealed to the business community to show their responsibility towards the society and help in installing street lights."
Further, the MLA asserted that the North Lakhimpur traders' body within one hour committed to install 1,000 streetlights, following which in the last week the work is been carried out in full swing.
The MLA also said that the traders have accepted to bear the maintenance and pay the bills of the street lights also, as the streetlights are been connected in each individual business establishment.
MLA Deka asserted that he is grateful to the traders and businessmen in North Lakhimpur as this kind of participation towards the society is very unique in nature across India and North Lakhimpur stood out as an example towards the rest of the state.