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.