Several vehicles have been stranded on the Bhopal-Jabalpur highway due to heavy rains that washed away a temporary culvert on the service road. The incident happened at around 3 am on Tuesday, and as a result, long queues of vehicles could be seen on both sides of the culvert.
According to reports, the construction work of a temporary culvert was underway near Indra Nagar, bordering Narsinghpur district, when the culvert was washed away due to the heavy flow of rainwater. In view of the rush of vehicles, vehicles going from Jabalpur have been stopped at Shahpura toll nakka, and vehicles coming from the Bhopal side have been stopped at the highway toll nakka.
The repair work of the culvert is being done by a contracting company by installing machines. Meanwhile, the incident has caused inconvenience to several travellers, and authorities have been urged to take swift action to resolve the issue.
The Bhopal-Jabalpur highway is an important route for transportation and commerce, and the incident has raised concerns about the infrastructure’s preparedness to withstand extreme weather conditions.
This incident highlights the need for robust infrastructure development that can withstand such heavy rainfall and avoid such strands on the highways. The authorities must prioritize the issue and take necessary measures to prevent such incidents from happening in the future.
People are advised to stay updated with the latest news on traffic disruptions before commencing their journeys on the Bhopal-Jabalpur highway. Travelers are urged to cooperate with the authorities and avoid travelling unless necessary until the issue is fully resolved.
In conclusion, the washed-away culvert on the Bhopal-Jabalpur highway has caused disruptions and stranded several vehicles. Local authorities are working on repairing the culvert, and travelers are advised to stay updated to avoid inconvenience.
