Pragati Sarani: 12 excavations in 5 years leave commuters in distress
An eight-kilometre stretch of Pragati Sarani has undergone 12 separate excavations over the last five years, causing persistent hardship for residents and commuters due to poor inter-agency coordination.
The Business Standard3 November 2026, 2:10 AM0 readsAMP
The eight-kilometre stretch of Pragati Sarani has become a source of daily misery for commuters, local businesses, and residents alike. Over the past five years, the road has been subjected to 12 separate excavation projects by various agencies. Reports indicate that a lack of coordination and significant delays in project completion have left the public with little hope for relief in the near future.
