For the past 24 days, a sewage drain near the railway crossing in Jugsalai, Jharkhand, has been overflowing onto the road, causing inconvenience to thousands of pedestrians and shopkeepers. The problem arose after the railway department removed illegal encroachments on August 6th and left debris behind, blocking the drain. Since then,...
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the drain has been overflowing, creating a foul smell and posing a risk of accidents. Local residents claim that the Jugsalai Nagar Parishad has received numerous complaints, but no action has been taken to clean the drain. Locals express frustration at the negligence of both the railway authorities and the municipal council. Some residents have pointed out that the railway department should have removed the debris immediately after clearing the encroachments, while others blame the Nagar Parishad for not cleaning the drain. The situation has created significant inconvenience for residents, commuters, and shopkeepers alike, highlighting the lack of accountability and coordination between the railway and municipal authorities.