BY TC News Desk
Agartala, 9th June 2025: As the first rains of the monsoon season drench Tripura, they reveal more than just muddy roads—they expose the broken promises and neglect that have plagued the state’s infrastructure. Residents of the Kurti-Kadamtala Assembly constituency are grappling with crumbling roads that have turned into death traps, sparking fresh outrage and criticism from the local MLA, Islam Uddin.
“The roads from Kadamtala to Rani Bari and Tarakpur to Thal River are in a skeletal state,” said CPI(M) MLA Islam Uddin, speaking to the media on Sunday. “This isn’t the face of development. These pothole-riddled roads are a mockery of the Chief Minister’s promises. Even though governments have changed, the people’s suffering remains the same.”
The roads, vital for the daily transportation and livelihood of thousands, have not seen repair in years. Locals allege that despite these roads falling under the jurisdiction of HSCL and the Public Works Department, no action has been taken. “The files are closed, and so is the government’s conscience,” said Uddin. “Five months ago, Chief Minister Manik Saha assured that work would begin in three months. Where is that work now?”
Residents echoed his frustration. “The road to Thal River hasn’t been touched in seven years,” said Nirmal Kumar Pal, a resident of Tarakpur. “Every day, hundreds of people risk their lives. Does the government wake up only during elections?”
Uddin also expressed concern over favoritism in project allocations. “All the work is going to ruling party mandal leaders. It’s the people’s money, but it’s being siphoned off through backdoors,” he alleged. “Meanwhile, the government keeps the public distracted with religious politics.”
Locals warn that if urgent repairs are not initiated before the full onset of the monsoon, the situation may worsen beyond control. “People don’t want hollow assurances anymore,” a resident said. “We want real roads. Safe roads. If this neglect continues, the last thread of public trust may be lost forever.”
The call from the ground is clear: fix the roads—or face the consequences of public wrath.
