Internal roads in Kharar area turn death traps
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Mohali: A year after the completion of sewerage pipeline and manhole installation in Shivalik City, Kharar, the dug-up internal roads remain in a dangerously neglected state — posing a serious threat to public safety and health.
With the onset of monsoon, the roads have turned into treacherous stretches of mud, slush, and water-logging, drawing outrage from residents who have now approached senior government officials for immediate intervention.
Led by advocate S S Dhanjal, the residents have submitted a formal complaint to the additional secretary and director of local government, Punjab, as well as to the deputy commissioner (DC) Mohali and SDM Kharar, invoking Article 21 of the Constitution, which guarantees the Right to Life and Personal Liberty.
"The roads in Shivalik Homes, Sector 127, and adjoining areas have become death traps," reads the complaint. "The sewerage work was completed over a year ago, but the authorities have failed to remove the dug-up soil or repair the broken roads. The condition is not just inconvenient—it is life-threatening."
Advocate Dhanjal said that a prior representation was submitted to MC Kharar on Aug 21, 2024 (Diary No. 1040), but no action was taken.
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"This continued negligence amounts to a gross violation of the fundamental rights of the residents under Article 21. If an accident or health crisis occurs, the concerned departments will be directly responsible," he stated.
The residents have demanded immediate instructions be issued to the relevant authorities for road repair and resurfacing. They have called the matter a pressing public safety concern that can no longer be delayed.
The district administration is yet to issue a response.
Complaint highlights many issues:
Neglected repairs: Despite repeated complaints to the Sub-Divisional Officer and Executive Officer, Municipal Council Kharar, and the Punjab Water Supply & Sewerage Board, no action has been taken to repair the damaged roads.
Blame game: The Sewerage Board claims their work ended with pipeline installation, while MC Kharar insists repairs aren't its responsibility—leaving residents caught in administrative deadlock.
Monsoon Woes: The unpaved, dug-up roads have now become waterlogged and infested with mosquitoes, increasing the risk of vector-borne diseases like dengue and malaria. Slippery surfaces have made it dangerous for pedestrians, particularly children, senior citizens, and emergency service vehicles.
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