SaralnamaHeavy rains in Raipur district have damaged 337 km of roads across 105 locations. The Public Works Department (PWD) plans to repair these roads with a budget of ₹110.17 crore approved by headquarters. Potholes and broken surfaces have made travel difficult for residents. The PWD will soon issue tenders for road renovation now that the rains have stopped. Key areas for repair include a 3.6 km stretch from Santoshi Nagar to Sejbahar Chowk, costing ₹2.92 crore. The Raipur-Bilaspur highway near the DRM office also needs repairs. Parts of the Express Highway, a lifeline for the city, have loose gravel causing risks for two-wheelers. Drivers should be cautious on damaged roads until repairs are complete. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 08:01 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Heavy rains in Raipur district have damaged 337 km of roads across 105 locations
- The Public Works Department (PWD) plans to repair these roads with a budget of ₹110.17 crore approved by headquarters
- Potholes and broken surfaces have made travel difficult for residents