Chennai: Roads in Ramalinga Nagar turn dangerous due to civic works

Chennai: Residents of Ramalinga Nagar in Kolathur are waiting for the completion of stormwater drain linking and other sewage system remodelling works, as it has worsened the condition of roads in the area. Travelling has become a nightmare for commuters, especially on the Kadapa Road, as the road is full of potholes and is prone to accidents. “The roads are so bad that even walking on them is challenging. Dust and debris from the construction work make it difficult to ride and the potholes make it even more risky,” says J Kavitha, a resident of Ramalinga Nagar.

The condition of roads in Ramalinga Nagar has been the same for months. The civic work carried out for development has worsened the situation. Moreover, barricades put up on the roads make it difficult for residents to find their way due to lack of adequate signboards. “We hoped that the construction and civil works would be completed soon, but now more stretches have been dug up and the work is going on at a very slow pace. The authorities should either complete the work soon or not start digging at other places before completing work at one place,” complained Suresh, another resident.

The poor condition of the road has led to several minor accidents. Speaking about the same, another resident said, “Sometimes vehicles skid on this stretch as the road is full of potholes and is uneven. Though we are lucky to escape minor injuries, it can lead to major accidents. The dust and debris from the construction work collects and gets deposited on our houses, cars and even our clothes.” Meanwhile, the regional officials said that the stormwater linking work and other repair works are nearing completion and assured that the entire stretch of the road will be repaired.