Kanpur: Road Collapses, Drain Sinks, Homes Face Eviction Due to Civic Negligence

• Kanpur is experiencing repeated road collapses and drain failures, with three incidents in 10 days.
• A 15-meter road near Eidgah Chowk collapsed 8 days ago, and a large drain has now sunk 300 meters away.
• The drain's depth exceeds 20 feet, causing continuous soil collapse and threatening nearby houses.
• Residents are being served notices to vacate their homes and move to night shelters due to the danger.
• Locals and councilor Pawan Gupta criticize the municipal corporation for slow, negligent work and lack of urgency.

Why It Matters: Kanpur residents face eviction as civic negligence leads to collapsing roads, drains, and unsafe homes.