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Motorists, commuters face tough time on Sgr road

May 23, 2025 | BK News Service

 A one-kilometer stretch of the old National Highway between Panthachowk and Sampora has become a major source of public frustration, with residents and motorists criticizing the government's failure to repair the road six months after it was dug up for drainage work.
The road, damaged during winter to lay pipes for a nearby colony, remains filled with potholes and mud, making travel risky. “It’s been a nightmare since the work started. Nothing has been done since,” said local resident Mohammad Amir.
Locals slammed the authorities for poor planning, questioning the decision to start drainage work in the harsh winter. “They blocked one lane and left the other filled with muck. Who plans like that?” asked a commuter.
Tragedy has also struck. A grieving father recounted how his son died in an accident caused by the blocked lane. “He collided head-on with a truck coming from the wrong side,” he said tearfully.
Commuters said the damaged road is harming vehicles and endangering lives. “It’s a highway in name only,” said a driver. Health concerns have also been raised, especially for patients with orthopedic issues.
Chief Engineer R&B Department, Sajad Naqeeb, said tenders for repairs would be floated soon and work would follow to ease public hardship.

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Motorists, commuters face tough time on Sgr road

May 23, 2025 | BK News Service

 A one-kilometer stretch of the old National Highway between Panthachowk and Sampora has become a major source of public frustration, with residents and motorists criticizing the government's failure to repair the road six months after it was dug up for drainage work.
The road, damaged during winter to lay pipes for a nearby colony, remains filled with potholes and mud, making travel risky. “It’s been a nightmare since the work started. Nothing has been done since,” said local resident Mohammad Amir.
Locals slammed the authorities for poor planning, questioning the decision to start drainage work in the harsh winter. “They blocked one lane and left the other filled with muck. Who plans like that?” asked a commuter.
Tragedy has also struck. A grieving father recounted how his son died in an accident caused by the blocked lane. “He collided head-on with a truck coming from the wrong side,” he said tearfully.
Commuters said the damaged road is harming vehicles and endangering lives. “It’s a highway in name only,” said a driver. Health concerns have also been raised, especially for patients with orthopedic issues.
Chief Engineer R&B Department, Sajad Naqeeb, said tenders for repairs would be floated soon and work would follow to ease public hardship.


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