In a symbolic protest, frustrated residents have planted banana saplings in the potholes of the dilapidated Katapady–Shirva state highway. The road, which has been in disrepair for months, is vital for daily commuters traveling between Katapady, Kurkalu, and Shankarpura. Despite repeated complaints to authorities, no action has been taken to fix the pothole-ridden stretch.
Residents have voiced their anger at the indifference of local officials and the Public Works Department (PWD), accusing them of negligence. This morning’s protest, where banana trees were planted, highlights the public’s frustration and their demand for immediate road repairs.
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