Residents of Khowai Ward No. 8 Raise Concerns Over Poor Road Conditions.

Khowai, Tripura, 13th of November 2026 :  Elections come and go, political promises are made, and election campaigns gain momentum, but the basic infrastructure problems faced by ordinary residents remain unresolved. Such is the situation in Ward No. 8 of Khowai Municipal Council, where 12–13 families living in the area adjacent to Khowai District Hospital continue to struggle due to the deplorable condition of their only access road.

Despite the passage of several years, the road has not undergone any permanent renovation or repair. Residents alleged that they have repeatedly brought the matter to the attention of local leaders and the Municipal Council, but their appeals have yet to yield any lasting solution. As a result, the families continue to face considerable difficulties in their daily lives.

Local residents expressed their disappointment, stating that the problem dates back to the Left Front regime and has continued under the present administration. Despite repeated appeals over the years, the condition of the road remains unchanged, leaving the affected families uncertain about when they will finally receive a permanent solution.

The situation becomes particularly alarming during the monsoon season, when the movement along the already-dilapidated route becomes even more difficult and dangerous. With the road in such a poor condition, residents are currently compelled to depend on a makeshift bamboo bridge to maintain their daily connectivity.

According to local residents, crossing the bamboo bridge involves considerable risk, particularly for children, elderly people and those requiring urgent medical assistance. The absence of a proper access road has turned even routine movement into a challenging experience for these families.

Meanwhile, with the upcoming Khowai Municipal Council elections approaching and political activities gaining momentum across the town, the affected residents have once again raised their voices. They have strongly urged the concerned authorities and elected representatives to take immediate steps to renovate the road and ensure safe and uninterrupted connectivity. The residents are now hoping that their long-pending demand will finally receive attention before another election passes without a solution.