on the construction of roads in Jalandhar North, West, Central, and Jalandhar
Cantt assembly circles. Out of the funds received, 129 crores have been spent in
Jalandhar North, 122 crores in West, 52.04 crores in Central, and 123 crores in
Jalandhar Cantt. This issue is causing a lot of problems for
the common people of the city.
they feel about it and who is responsible for the present condition of roads in
Jalandhar. Here are the replies that we have received:
Corporation is not fulfilling its responsibility. In my area, 120ft road is in
very bad condition and needs to be constructed properly. Municipal Corporation has also stopped the
work of building roads in the interiors of the city.”
Association, “instead of becoming a Smart City, Jalandhar is now on the verge
of becoming the dirtiest city because of the poor condition of roads.”
of corruption is going on in the Municipal Corporation and we will carry out a Vigilance
inquiry on the same. A scam of Rs. 550 crores was done in the name of the Smart
City Project. Now, we will carry out a proper investigation on where and how much
money was spent to improve the condition of roads. If anyone is found guilty, strict
action will be taken.”
construction of the road that comes under his area is pending. He also
mentioned that if any road in his area is not repaired or constructed till now,
it is because of the rainy season.
problem while going to work every day. The potholes are the main cause of huge
lines of traffic in the city. They further mentioned that during monsoons this
problem turns worse as all the roads are just filled with water. “It feels like
we are driving the car in a swimming pool instead of a road.” Another resident
added.
Jalandhar will improve or not.