The Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) is under fire for prioritizing the installation of antique-designed streetlight poles while neglecting critical road safety issues, especially during the ongoing monsoon season. Despite spending crores on these decorative poles, the city’s roads and footpaths remain hazardous, exacerbated by the heavy rains.
The monsoon has turned many of Nagpur’s streets into “deathtraps,” with broken footpaths and deteriorating road edges posing significant risks to pedestrians. The rain has worsened these conditions, making it even more dangerous for citizens to navigate the city safely.
Residents are voicing their frustration, urging the NMC to shift its focus from aesthetic projects to addressing the pressing safety concerns exacerbated by the monsoon. The public is calling for immediate action to repair and maintain the city’s infrastructure to prevent accidents and ensure safer walking conditions during the rainy season.