MADURAI: The condition of roads in Mahal Streets in Madurai city are turning worse as Madurai Corporation is delaying taking up maintenance works, say residents.
Mahal Streets have eight streets, of which streets 1, 2, 3, 4, 6 and 8 are in a bad shape. Manjanakara Street connecting Mahal Streets also requires attention. Residents say that streets 5 and 7 are comparatively in better shape.
P S R Ganesan, a resident of Mahal 3rd street said, “The condition of the roads has worsened in the last few months. We approached various officials to set right the problem, but nothing improved on the ground. Commuters and pedestrians are affected a lot due to the present road condition.”
S Vanaja, another resident, said that the potholes are filled with water whenever it rains. “While residents manage to manoeuvrer through the potholes since they are used to them, people new to the area will find it difficult. Water getting splashed by moving vehicles has been an issue faced by pedestrians for a long time,” she said.
Residents have urged the Madurai Corporation to carry out patch works until the fresh roads are laid to provide temporary relief, since frequent spells of rain in the city is exacerbating the issue. They also urged the civic body to improve the storm water drainage system as it takes time for the water to drain whenever the city receives heavy rain.
A corporation official said that required steps will be taken to address the issue soon. tnn
