Task Force to be Set up to Address Issues Related to Nantoor-KPT Stretch: Much Needed

Dakshina Kannada Deputy Commissioner M.P. Mullai Muhilan said that a district-level task force comprising of the city police, Mangalore City Corporation, NHAI, and other agencies will be formed to address waterlogging and other issues concerning the National Highway 66 stretch between Nantoor and Surathkal.

The DC Visited Nantoor and KPT junctions following complaints from motorists about problems in driving through these junctions during monsoon. This uneven stretch filled will potholes of different dimensions has been the cause for slow movement of traffic, which was resulting in traffic jams, especially during the peak hours in the morning and evening.

The WhatsApp groups (of officials and civilians) formed by district administration have greatly helped the administration quickly address waterlogging and other civic issues during the monsoon. Similarly, this task force will work to resolve issues related to the NH 66 stretch.