At the outset, we, the villagers of Utorda, convey our sincere thanks to the concerned authorities for initiating the underground electricity cable work in our village. However, we wish to bring to your serious attention the manner in which the work is being executed. Although the ongoing underground cabling work is commendable, it is being carried out in a haphazard manner, without proper planning or consideration for the safety of the residents and the ease of navigation for vehicles plying on these roads.
In several areas, two vehicles cannot pass each other due to the narrow and uneven road space left after excavation. We wish to highlight that while roads are being dug for laying the underground cables, no basic safety measures are being implemented. There is a lack of proper signage, barricading of excavated zones, safety light indicators, or neon reflectors at night. This negligence poses a significant risk to pedestrians, motorists, and two-wheeler riders alike.
We also draw your attention to the fact that roads are being dug up not only along either side but also across the middle at short intervals to accommodate the heavy-duty cables. Once the cables are laid, the potholes and trenches are not being properly filled, leaving large gaps and uneven surfaces. This has resulted in severe inconvenience for vehicles and motorcyclists, often causing damage to vehicles and even health issues like spondylitis among regular riders.
We strongly urge the authorities to take immediate remedial measures on a war footing to repair and restore the excavated roads to their original condition. This is essential not only to prevent mishaps and reduce wear and tear of vehicles but also to safeguard the health and safety of residents and daily commuters.
We sincerely request that this matter be taken up as a top priority and resolved before the onset of the monsoon. Failing to do so will expose children commuting to school—whether on foot or on bicycles—to tremendous risk and inconvenience.