The Srinagar–Bughani–Khirsu road, an important route to the tourist destination of Khirsu, is causing difficulties for residents and commuters because of potholes and damaged roadside drains. The affected stretch runs from Pauri Chungi on the national highway to the Dakbungalow area.
Potholes are visible at several points along the road. The roadside drains are also in poor condition, and their lack of regular cleaning and repair is worsening the problem.
Dirty water and debris reach the road
Even light rain can cause dirty water to flow onto the carriageway where the drains are damaged or blocked. The runoff leaves mud and debris on the road, making movement harder for pedestrians and vehicle drivers.
The route is a principal access road for Garhwal Central University’s residential colony, Haprek and guest houses. The area lies close to Srinagar, where residential construction is increasing. As the population grows, vehicle movement on the road is also rising.
Despite the increasing use of the route, residents, students, employees and other commuters continue to face difficulties because the road has not received the necessary improvement.
Residents seek road and drainage repairs
A local resident, Rahul, said the potholes should be filled and the damaged drains repaired. He also called for regular drain cleaning and an effective drainage arrangement to make travel easier.
The Public Works Department has said action will be taken. Kishor Kumar, executive engineer, said the potholes would be filled. He added that drains would be constructed where they are missing or blocked, and that cleaning would also be carried out.
The department’s stated measures cover both the damaged road surface and the drainage problems that contribute to mud, debris and dirty water reaching the carriageway. The timing of the work was not specified in the available information.
Conclusion
The Srinagar–Bughani–Khirsu road remains a key route for Khirsu, the university residential colony and nearby facilities. The Public Works Department has stated that pothole filling, drain construction and cleaning will be undertaken, but no schedule was provided.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Which road is affected?
The affected road is the Srinagar–Bughani–Khirsu road, which connects Srinagar with the tourist destination of Khirsu.
Q. Which stretch has potholes?
Potholes have been reported from Pauri Chungi on the national highway to the Dakbungalow area.
Q. What happens during light rain?
Dirty water flows onto the road, leaving mud and debris on the carriageway.
Q. Which facilities use this route?
The road provides access to Garhwal Central University’s residential colony, Haprek and guest houses.
Q. What has the Public Works Department promised?
Executive engineer Kishor Kumar said potholes would be filled and missing or blocked drains would be constructed or cleaned.
Q. Who is affected by the road’s condition?
Local residents, students, employees, pedestrians and vehicle drivers are facing difficulties on the route.
