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Potholed roads

2014-11-06
DURING the last four months several roads in Gulistan-i-Jauhar have developed several potholes, making it extremely risky for motorists to drive their vehicles. The recent rains have made them worse.

Residents living in the vicinity of these roads have made several complaints to theauthorites concerned butinvain.

Even the roads repaired a few months ago have developed huge cracks and potholes, meaning cheap material was used.

These roads become all the more dangererous during the night, especially when there is no electricity.

Dust rising from the cracks and potholes increases the pollution, making things worse for people suffering from allergies.

To avoid these potholes, motorcyclists ride their bikes on the foothpaths, leaving no space for pedestrians.

I hope that the authorities concerned would repair all the roads properly as soon as possible.

Maryam Zehra Karachi