While new flyovers continue to be built across the city, existing structures appear to be slipping through the cracks—quite literally. The Railway Overbridge (RoB) in Sadar, which connects Mangalwari Complex to Kadbi Square, is in a severely dilapidated condition, raising serious safety concerns among daily commuters.
Large potholes and exposed iron reinforcements on the bridge pose a significant threat, with locals fearing a fatal accident could occur if urgent repairs are not undertaken. The stretch, frequently used by residents and office-goers, has long been riddled with ditches and uneven surfaces, which have only worsened over time.
Frustrated by official inaction, members of the Youth Congress have stepped in. Activist Nishad Indurkar marked one of the most dangerous potholes by drawing a circle around it in protest and demanded that authorities address the hazard immediately.
Echoing the sentiment, Danish Ali, another Youth Congress member, warned that the protests will intensify if prompt repair work is not carried out. “The safety of citizens cannot be compromised. We will not stay silent if this negligence continues,” he stated.
Local commuters continue to urge the civic authorities to prioritize maintenance of old infrastructure alongside the development of new projects, stressing that public safety must come first.
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