Murshidabad's Jhillikhaspur: No Bridge, No Marriages, Medical Crisis!

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News18•27-12-2025, 14:40
Murshidabad's Jhillikhaspur: No Bridge, No Marriages, Medical Crisis!
- •Residents of Jhillikhaspur in Murshidabad's Khargram Block face severe hardship due to the lack of a permanent bridge over the Dwarka River.
- •A risky temporary bridge submerges during monsoon, forcing thousands to use boats and hindering access to essential services.
- •The absence of a proper bridge causes medical treatment delays, forcing residents to travel to Birbhum district.
- •Social impact includes stalled development and difficulty for young men and women to marry, as neighboring areas avoid forming ties.
- •Despite election promises, a permanent bridge remains elusive, leading to public anger against local MLA Ashish Marjit, who claims future plans exist.
Why It Matters: Jhillikhaspur suffers severe social and medical issues due to a missing bridge, despite political promises.
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