Residents of Paprola town in Kangra district are facing serious inconvenience because roads dug up for a major sewerage project have not been repaired. The project, worth Rs 50 crore, is being carried out by contractors working for the Baijnath-Paprola Municipal Council.
Roads and lanes dug up for sewerage pipelines remain unrepaired
According to The Tribune, several roads and lanes were dug up to lay sewerage pipelines and build chambers. Although the sewerage work has been completed in many areas, the roads have not been repaired. This has left the town with damaged stretches that become muddy and slushy during the monsoon season.
Monsoon worsens conditions for pedestrians and motorists
Local residents say that roads, drains, tiles, and pavements were excavated months ago, but the contractors have not fixed them. The situation has become worse after recent rainfall. Stagnant water and muddy road stretches are making it difficult for pedestrians, schoolchildren, and motorists to move around the town.
"Several roads and lanes were dug up for laying sewerage pipelines and the construction of chambers." — The Tribune
Our Take: Neglect of basic civic responsibility
This situation in Paprola is a clear example of poor planning and lack of accountability. It is unacceptable that a project worth Rs 50 crore leaves residents to deal with dangerous, muddy roads for months. The contractors and the municipal council must prioritize restoring the roads immediately. In our view, this is not just about inconvenience — it is about the safety of schoolchildren and the daily lives of ordinary people. The authorities need to step up and ensure that such basic civic duties are not ignored.