“Unemployed youths in Digboi’s rural areas have raised concerns over alleged irregularities in awarding contracts for the Rs 740.20 crore Digboi Refinery Expansion Project in Assam’s Tinsukia district. Allegations include favoritism towards select parties, such as businessman Hemanta Agarwal, the rejection of local contractors, and the exclusive sourcing of minerals from Arunachal Pradesh. The allocation of 33% of civil work to the Unemployed Union of Digboi has also sparked questions about the group’s legitimacy. Locals and student bodies have called for urgent intervention to ensure transparency and fairness.”