Ludhiana, April 30 -- The streets of Tajpur dairy complex have been swamped by muck, with cow dung and dairy waste lying up to a foot deep at several places after drains overflowed repeatedly. The situation has disrupted daily operations, with workers forced to wade through the filth to transport milk and cattle feed, while dairy operators blame narrow drains and faulty slope for the crisis.

The situation has affected routine work at the dairy complex, where workers are forced to push carts carrying feed and milk through the muck or carry supplies on their heads. Many are slipping while navigating the muck-covered lanes.

Dairy Union president Lovely Singh said the drainage system was inadequate and difficult to maintain.

"The drains ar...