Bhubaneswar, Nov. 12 -- Hundreds of villagers from five to six villages blocked the Ranchi-Vijayawada corridor near Kereda in Odisha's Rayagada district, demanding construction of a proper road. The protest disrupted traffic movement towards Andhra Pradesh, leaving commuters stranded.

The villagers alleged that despite raising the demand for road construction for the past 10 years, the administration had failed to address their concerns. They blocked the highway to press for immediate action.

After receiving information, Additional Block Development Officer (ABDO) Kalicharan Nayak reached the spot and held discussions with the protesters.

Following the meeting, the block administration assured villagers that the road would be repaired ...