Ludhiana, Sept. 7 -- Residents of Sherpur, Deep Nagar, Fouji Colony, and Ranjit Nagar in Ward 32 are grappling with civic neglect, as broken roads, overflowing sewage, scattered garbage, and rampant encroachments turn daily commutes into a struggle.

The problem is visible along busy market corridors, where roadside vendors have encroached upon pedestrian and traffic spaces. Squeezed through narrowed pathways, vehicles face frequent gridlocks during peak hours, causing immense distress to commuters.

The deteriorated state of local infrastructure adds to the problems . Deep potholes and uneven stretches pose severe safety hazards for pedestrians, two-wheelers and motorists alike. Compounding the misery, blocked sewer lines cause dirty wat...