A distressing video circulating on social media depicts villagers in Benchinadka and Kajala carrying the mortal remains of an elderly woman across a narrow bridge over a rivulet. Situated on the border of Beltangady and Bantwal taluks, this bridge poses a significant challenge as it is too narrow for light vehicles to pass through.
The rivulet divides the road linking Kajala in Maladi village of Beltangady and Nayanadu, Benchinadka in Pilatabettu village of Bantwal. Despite repeated pleas from locals to both the administration and elected representatives, requests for a wider, more accessible bridge have remained unaddressed.
The viral video underscores the daily hardships faced by residents, particularly during critical moments like transporting the deceased. It highlights the urgent need for infrastructure improvement to ensure safer and more efficient connectivity between these communities.
Local appeals for a minor bridge capable of accommodating light vehicles have fallen on deaf ears, exacerbating the inconvenience and risk faced by villagers. The lack of action has sparked frustration and calls for immediate intervention to resolve this longstanding issue.