The newly installed board of the Overliggend Waterschap MCP (OWMCP) has formally distanced itself from allegations made by its workers’ union, dismissing claims of operational dysfunction as “pertinent lies.” Board Chairman Sanjay Sahadew has publicly refuted the union’s narrative that the organization suffers from decision-making paralysis and daily operational breakdowns.
In statements to Starnieuws and through an official letter to the union leadership, Sahadew highlighted concrete achievements since the board’s appointment late last year. The administration has not only addressed personnel matters to ensure smooth organizational functioning but has also developed forward-looking plans in collaboration with the management team. These plans specifically ensure all departments, including watershed management and Wakay operations, can actively perform their duties. Additionally, the board has successfully cleared backlogged financial reporting.
Sahadew emphasized that contrary to the union’s portrayal, no tensions exist within the organization, and all staff are working unifiedly toward OWMCP’s development. The board expressed surprise at the article’s depiction of organizational turmoil and has requested an immediate meeting with union chairman Dayanand Dwarka to rectify what they describe as damage to the board’s reputation.
The controversy stems from the union’s reported delegation to the Ministry of Regional Development, seeking urgent intervention due to alleged persistent tensions and leadership concerns. The union had reportedly expressed worries about the governance style of the newly appointed board chairman, claiming it created unrest and operational stagnation—assertions the current leadership vehemently denies while demanding full clarification from the union’s executive committee.