Sambalpur: Safety Concerns Increase as Street Light Pole Falls in Heart of the Town; Budharaja Road

Sambalpur: The ongoing construction of the Ainthapali-Fatak road in Sambalpur poses significant safety risks, creating significant concerns about the well-being of both workers and pedestrians. A recent incident happened at the Budharja petrol pump on the Ainthapali-Fatak road, when an under-construction street light pole collapsed during its installation, endangering life.

Around 9 a.m., the pole fell due to its weakened state, forcing a worker to tumble. The event highlights the unsafe conditions on the construction site, which pose a direct threat to workers and passersby. Locals have raised their concerns, noting a lack of attention to safety precautions and the possibility of fatal consequences.

Furthermore, concerns have been raised about the quality of the ongoing road construction, with allegations of poor work and a lack of response from the authorities. The construction company’s alleged arbitrary actions, such as road closures and unresolved concerns about the road’s poor quality, caused frustration among residents.

Former department officials are avoiding responsibility, blaming street light construction on the Sambalpur metropolis, leaving locals dissatisfied The 3.5 crore rupee structure, which aims to improve the road and drainage infrastructure, is currently being examined for potential shortcuts and bad work.

Residents demand an immediate investigation of the construction’s quality and adherence to safety requirements, asking for prompt action to resolve concerns and safeguard the well-being of both workers and the community.