Silchar Residents Demand Urgent Repairs for Deteriorating Road to Assam University
Pothole-riddled Silchar-AU road draws residents’ ire
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The road connecting Silchar town to Assam University is in a deplorable state, particularly the Silcoorie stretch, which has become nearly impassable due to potholes. Local residents, including students and university staff, are calling for immediate repairs, criticizing authorities for their inaction despite repeated requests.
- 01The Silcoorie stretch of the road has become heavily damaged, making it nearly unmotorable.
- 02Thousands of students and university staff rely on this road daily, highlighting its importance.
- 03Residents have made repeated appeals for repairs, but authorities have not taken effective action.
- 04Local residents are questioning the negligence of Silchar MP Parimal Suklabaidya regarding the road's condition.
- 05The situation has worsened significantly during the monsoon season, exacerbating the road's deteriorating condition.
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The road linking Silchar town to Assam University is facing severe deterioration, particularly in the Silcoorie area, which has become riddled with potholes. This stretch, especially from the Silcoorie post office to Silcoorie camp, is now nearly unmotorable, causing significant inconvenience for thousands of daily users, including students, university employees, and local residents. The situation has escalated during the monsoon season, leading to increased frustration among commuters. Despite numerous appeals for repairs from the community, local authorities have not taken effective measures to address the issue. Residents are demanding immediate intervention from the district administration and public representatives to rectify the road's condition. Furthermore, they are questioning the oversight of Silchar Member of Parliament Parimal Suklabaidya, who is believed to frequently travel this route to his residence at Irongmara, yet has not addressed the road's poor state. The community's growing discontent underscores the urgent need for infrastructure improvements to ensure safe and reliable access for all users.
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The deteriorating road condition affects daily commutes for students and residents, posing safety risks and hindering access to essential services.
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