Deep potholes threaten lives on Odisha-bound route in Jamshedpur
Key Points:
- Main road from Jugsalai to Golpahari is riddled with potholes
- Daily commuters, workers face accident risks in monsoon season
- Local leader warns of agitation if repair work is not initiated
JAMSHEDPUR – The stretch from Jugsalai to Khasmahal has turned into a disaster zone for commuters.
The main road leading from Jamshedpur to Odisha has now become a pothole-ridden danger stretch. From Sankat Singh petrol pump in Jugsalai to Golpahari turn in Khasmahal, the entire stretch is broken.
During the monsoon, water-filled potholes make it impossible to see the actual road. It’s hard to tell if there are potholes in the road, or roads in the potholes.
Hundreds of vehicles pass through this route daily. Many of them belong to industrial workers from Adityapur Industrial Area, Tata Steel, and local residents.
However, their safety appears to be left to fate. A daily commuter said, “We are scared every time we travel. We don’t know if we’ll reach home safely.”
The situation worsens after rainfall. Water collects in massive potholes, making it impossible to gauge depth. Accidents have become routine—bikes skid and vehicles overturn.
Bharat Singh, District Vice President of Jharkhand Democratic Revolutionary Front, warned of public protest. “The road is in terrible condition. If repairs don’t start soon, we will launch a large agitation,” he said.
He added, “Huge craters have made it hard to walk or drive. People are getting injured every day. Festivals like Ganesh Puja and Durga Puja are approaching. If the administration doesn’t act, we will protest.”
Surprisingly, district and railway officials pass through this stretch every day. Moreover, several railway officers’ quarters are located in this area.
Residents say they feel anxious while commuting. “We’re constantly afraid. Anything can happen at any moment,” one local said.
With the festive season approaching, the situation could worsen. Increased traffic, pedestrian movement, and waterlogging may create further chaos.
The question now is: when will the authorities wake up? Are they waiting for more lives to be lost? Or does public safety no longer matter?
