Satpokhran, August 4, 2024, 6:30 PM – In a shocking revelation, Dr. Bilal Ahmad Bhat visited Satpokhran and was appalled to learn about a distressing incident linked to an unfinished bridge that has remained incomplete for the past eight years. This bridge, crucial for connecting several adjacent areas including Nagander, Satpokhran Zaintrage, Bathen, Ismail Colony Satpokhran, Gujjar Basti Badwalo, and Gujjar Basti Bajnadi to Khrew, Tehsil Pampore, District Pulwama, has become a symbol of neglect and bureaucratic inertia.
The incident occurred when a pregnant woman from Zaintrage was forced to walk over a kilometer at 11:20 AM due to the lack of a functional bridge. “We live in the 21st century, yet we still face such hardships. It is unfortunate and shameful for the concerned departments and contractors who have left this bridge unfinished for eight years,” remarked Dr. Bhat with visible frustration.
During his visit, Dr. Bhat met with dozens of residents from Satpokhran who gathered to voice their grievances. He listened attentively to their concerns and promised to escalate the issue to the relevant authorities. The local sarpanches, Mukhtar Ahmad from Satpokhran and Farooq Ahmad Wani from Wuyan, along with other community members, were present to highlight the daily struggles they face due to the incomplete infrastructure.
The unfinished bridge has forced the adjacent areas to rely on a temporary road provided by a generous crusher owner, whose land serves as a makeshift passage for vehicles. This arrangement, though helpful, is far from adequate and poses its own set of challenges and risks.
Addressing the media over the phone, Dr. Bhat called for urgent action from the authorities. “I request the Chief Engineer to look into this matter immediately and resolve it at the earliest to alleviate the suffering of the residents. This issue is of top priority and cannot be ignored any longer,” he emphasized.
The unfinished bridge in Satpokhran is not just an infrastructural failure but a glaring example of the challenges faced by the local population. Dr. Bhat’s visit and his subsequent call to action have brought much-needed attention to this issue, raising hopes for a swift resolution that will restore connectivity and ease the daily lives of the affected communities.
