Ludhiana, Oct. 2 -- Expressing concern over public safety, local social activist Arvind Sharma has written to the Punjab governor regarding the dilapidated and dangerous condition of the Gill Road bridge over the Sidhwan Canal, near Gill Chowk, which connects the city with Malerkotla and Patiala.

In his letter, Sharma highlighted that the retaining wall of the bridge has badly deteriorated and partially collapsed, leaving the reinforcement steel (sariya) clearly visible. He noted that portions of the damaged structure are reportedly being supported with temporary clamps.

"This is a busy road carrying thousands of vehicles every day. The present condition of the bridge and its retaining structure poses a risk to motorists, pedestrians an...