A road collapse in Muktilpuri, Roorkee, has blocked the route near Sher Singh Rana Chowk after a large section gave way and formed a 15-foot-deep pit. The closure has disrupted movement for pedestrians and drivers in the area.
People travelling through the locality are using alternate routes to reach their destinations. The sudden subsidence has also raised concern among residents living near the affected stretch.
Repair work begins at the site
A JCB machine arrived after the collapse was reported on Thursday. Workers began removing soil from the damaged section before starting work aimed at restoring the road.
The road failure has been linked to leakage from an underground sewer line. The reported seepage is believed to have softened the soil beneath the surface, eventually causing the road to sink.
With the route closed, commuters and vehicle operators are facing inconvenience while repair work continues. Local residents have asked that the restoration be completed quickly so regular movement can resume.
Conclusion
A sewer-line leak is believed to have caused the road collapse in Muktilpuri. The route remains affected as soil removal and road repairs are carried out, with residents seeking an early reopening.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where did the road collapse occur?
It occurred in Muktilpuri, near Sher Singh Rana Chowk in Roorkee.
Q. How deep is the pit?
The collapse created a pit about 15 feet deep.
Q. Why is the route closed?
A substantial portion of the road sank, making the route unusable and forcing people to take alternate roads.
Q. What is believed to have caused the collapse?
Leakage from a sewer line is believed to have weakened the soil below the road.
Q. What action has been taken at the location?
A JCB reached the site, soil removal began and road repair work was initiated.
