Bhubaneswar, Sept. 26 -- Continuous rain has raised safety concerns at Ranashal Ghat in Joda in Odisha's Keonjhar district, where large rocks and chunks of soil are falling from the hill and onto the roadside. The situation has also affected the service road of National Highway 520, making the stretch risky for commuters.

As per reports, the hill has weakened due to the continuous rainfall, leading to repeated falls of rocks and soil. Several such rocks are currently lying along the road, adding to concerns among people using the route.

The condition of the road has become a concern as hundreds of heavy vehicles use the ghat every day. School buses and ambulances also pass through the stretch, making safe movement particularly important...