Bhubaneswar, April 27 -- A crucial road stretch under Champua NAC in Odisha's Keonjhar district has turned dangerous due to prolonged neglect, leaving daily commuters struggling and raising serious safety concerns among residents.

The road connecting Ramla to Panchapokharia has remained in a severely damaged condition for several years. Marked by large potholes and scattered loose metal chips, the stretch has become difficult to navigate for both vehicles and pedestrians. The nearly two-kilometre road has lost most of its tar surface, making it almost unusable.

Locals have repeatedly voiced concern over the deteriorating condition of the road, alleging a lack of action despite multiple appeals to authorities.

Expressing frustration, re...