‘Bridge At Wrong Place’ Villagers Protest Against NHAI Over Shahganj Bypass Project In MP’s Sehore
Sehore (Madhya Pradesh): The location of the an under-construction bridge near the Shahganj bypass in Sehore has sparked resentment among residents of Sehore city and its nearby villages. Villagers have staged a sit-in against National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and the contractor. They alleged the NHAI built the bridge at a wrong place and raised slogans. Villagers said when the…
Sehore, Madhya Pradesh: Villagers near the Shahganj bypass are protesting against the under-construction bridge, alleging it was built at an incorrect location. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and its contractor received flak from locals who claimed the bridge was constructed in an accident-prone area, devoid of a Vehicular Underpass (VUP).
A farmer, Rajesh Sahu, voiced his discontent, stating that the VUP, which provides a grade-separated bridge or tunnel structure to allow cross-traffic, was crucial in such locations. Despite the villagers' demands, authorities chose to ignore their concerns, asserting they selected the optimal site after receiving technical endorsements from experts.
The NHAI's project director, Devanshu Nuwal, confirmed the bridge's construction began at the chosen site and denied any political influence.
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