The ongoing construction of the flyover on Great Nag Road, along with various projects from Reshimbag Square to Jagnade Square, is causing significant inconvenience to commuters, residents, and traders alike.
Similar to other areas with ongoing road and flyover projects, the Public Works Department (PWD) of the Government of Maharashtra has failed to consider the suffering of citizens caused by the haphazard and unplanned work on this major road.
The administration is building a flyover to alleviate traffic jams and facilitate smoother movement of all types of vehicles on Great Nag Road, from Sitabuldi to various parts of East Nagpur. This flyover is expected to reduce travel time by 10-15 minutes.
For the flyover construction, a significant portion of the road is blocked with barricades on both sides, causing traffic to move at a snail’s pace. Although the road has been upgraded with cement concrete, recent pipeline work has further complicated the situation, forcing commuters to struggle for space.
The paver blocks removed for pipeline laying have not been replaced and are exposed to the weather. Recent rainfall has turned the dug-up road uneven and muddy, forcing commuters, especially two-wheeler riders, to ride on the cement road and compete for adequate space to move forward.
The mess has worsened the situation, shrinking the motorable space and creating dangerous flash points for road users who have to risk their lives daily.
As per the local daily report, Residents and shop owners protested the poor road conditions, saying it was unsafe due to heavy vehicles driving recklessly in the limited space. Despite the protests, the authorities have not addressed the issue. Normally, it takes half an hour to travel from Jagnade Square to Sitabuldi on Great Nag Road. However, due to the flyover construction, it now takes over an hour, especially during office hours.
From Reshimbag Square to Jagnade Square, citizens are enduring the impact of these development works. The administration seems uninterested in addressing these problems. The poor road condition, coupled with waterlogging during the monsoon, adds to the commuters’ troubles. This situation is expected to last for at least a year due to the slow pace of work.
According to regulations, the government contractor should maintain the temporary road used for traffic. However, the contractor has ignored these rules, continuing work without considering the public’s troubles.