India, Oct. 6 -- Barely 6 months after it was reconstructed at a cost of Rs.1.5 crore, the road in Sector 45 has begun to crumble at multiple spots, locals lament. Large potholes have developed across the stretch, leaving residents deeply distressed, and posing serious risks to daily commuters. According to residents, the road failed to withstand even the first spell of rain, raising serious concerns over the quality of construction.

The 300-meter patchy stretch of the 18-meter-wide road to Ardee city, fraught with potholes and cracks, forces vehicles to navigate along just one side of the carriageway. The damaged section has become a major inconvenience and safety hazard for commuters.

"The road was constructed just six months ago, but...