Shahpur Residents Protest Four-Lane Road Issues; SDM Intervenes

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News18•03-02-2026, 12:35
Shahpur Residents Protest Four-Lane Road Issues; SDM Intervenes
- •Residents in Shahpur Sadar, Kangra district, are protesting problems arising from the Mandi-Pathankot four-lane road construction.
- •The main issue is difficulty in crossing the highway, as homes are on one side and daily necessities, schools, and businesses are on the other.
- •Lack of zebra crossings and underpasses forces school children to take long, dangerous detours, causing widespread anger.
- •SDM Ganesh Thakur of Shahpur sub-division inspected the site with NHAI and other department officials following continuous public complaints.
- •Villagers also raised concerns about encroachment on irrigation channels and sewage line connections impacting agriculture.
Why It Matters: Shahpur residents face severe daily challenges due to the four-lane road, prompting SDM intervention.
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