Municipal board launches campaign to clear footpaths and enhance pedestrian safety in Silchar

timesofindia.indiatimes.com February 4, 2025, 08:00 PM UTC

The Silchar municipal board has started a campaign to remove encroachments on footpaths to improve pedestrian safety. This initiative targets busy areas like Central Road and Hospital Road, responding to complaints from residents about blocked walkways. The board is enforcing strict measures against shopkeepers who extend their businesses onto footpaths. They are issuing warnings and planning to impose fines on repeat offenders to ensure clear access for pedestrians, especially children and the elderly. Local residents have expressed frustration over the lack of usable footpaths. Some vendors acknowledge the need for designated areas to conduct their business without obstructing walkways. The municipal officials are seeking cooperation from both business owners and residents to enhance safety in the city.


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