India, July 21 -- LUCKNOW The full implementation of digital file-tracking and approval system remains incomplete at the Lucknow Municipal Corporation (LMC) despite a state-mandated deadline of April 30, 2025 for UP government's initiative to digitise administration through the e-office system.

While the public narrative revolves around "technical delays" and administrative reshuffles, insiders suggest that the real issue may be resistance to transparency. Officials, particularly those overseeing procurement and file movement, reportedly fear that the shift to a fully digital system will expose decision-making processes and eliminate traditional avenues for discretion, especially in areas such as tenders and approvals.

"The hesitation i...