 Early Times Report
Kupwara, Feb 4: Every time when it rains or snowing in the Kupwara ,Town turns into a wide-stretched pond of rainwater, while roads change into classical Venetian waterways, courtesy the "government apathy" for the outdated drainage system at different places in Kupwara. Waterlogging on roads create inconvenience to pedestrians. Traders in the Centres say though the government comes for a check, they turn a blind eye to the problems. Most of the drains in the commercial hub of Bus stand from Main Chowk to Hospital Road, are without cover, spreading stink and posing risk to commuters.
"These drains also pose a risk to children and elderly as they may fall into it and get injured. They should be covered," said Javid Mir , a local.The traders alleged that the government had turned a blind eye towards the poor drainage system.
"They make tall claims of beautifying Town Kupwara, but the reality is in front of your eyes. They come for checks many a time, but do nothing," said one of the shopkeepers at Bye Pass Road.Not only drains, but the condition of footpaths is also bad."Even slight rainfall turns roads filthy and slippery. The footpaths and manholes are not repaired properly, creating problems for the general public and traders in the area," said a shopkeeper.
The problem becomes worst during rain and snow. As the snow starts melting, drains start overflowing mostly at Iqbal Market, Bus stand, bye pass road, resulting in waterlogging which hampers the vehicular and pedestrian movement. Despite repeated attempts, the kupwara Municipal Committee (KMC) officials could not be contacted for comment. |
