Pothole-ridden rural roads between Mandya and Hassan need immediate attention

Pothole-ridden roads, connecting Mandya and Hassan districts are causing a lot of inconvenience to motorists. The roads in the villages, on the border of both districts, is not considered by either Mandya or Hassan district administration.

Anegola village under Kikkeri hobli, is on the border of Mandya district. The roads have not seen asphaltation since over a decade.

The potholes, on the state highway, connecting Srirangapatna to Arsikere in Hassan district, have turned the road unmotorable. The already worn out road has become worse due to rains a couple of months ago. Hundreds of government buses and private vehicles ply on the route. Besides, vehicles bound to Mysuru, Mumbai, Shivamogga, Hubballi-Dharwad, Vijayapura, Raichur, Gadag and Belagavi use the road.

The road is narrow, but vehicular density is high, causing inconvenience to the people in the villages adjoining the road. Thousands of potholes are spotted from KR Pet to Channarayapatna. While the stretch turns dusty during summer, it is slushy during monsoon.

The movement of heavy-load trucks, transporting sugarcane, gravel and stone dust have damaged the roads. Two-wheeler riders have to be extra cautious, negotiating both potholes and heavy trucks, posing a threat to their lives.

Besides, unscientific road humps add to the woes of the public. There are no caution boards. The rural roads, connecting Holenarasipur are also in a pathetic condition. Commuters are covered with dust, before they reach Shravanabelagola.

The roads have not seen any repair work, as funds have not been released by the Zilla Panchayat. Elected representatives should take steps to develop rural roads, urged Shivakumar, a resident of Kikkeri.