Nag River’s crumbling walls on Canal Rd pose death trap Retaining walls along the Nag River on Canal Road in Nagpur have deteriorated to a dangerous state, prompting fears of a potential disaster among residents and commuters. Large sections of the walls, particularly in the Ramdaspeth area, are broken or missing, with the damage traced back to the severe flooding in September 2023. While the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) conducted partial repairs shortly after the deluge, work has since stalled, leaving stretches of the road exposed to the river. A visit by The Times of India revealed that the absence of railings or barricades has transformed the narrow road into a hazardous corridor for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists. The river flows directly alongside the carriageway with no buffer zone, meaning a minor misstep or skid could result in a fall into the water. Several sections show signs of prolonged neglect, including eroded edges, debris accumulation, and damaged stone pitching. In some areas, the riverbank has collapsed, further narrowing the gap between the road and the water. Residents have also raised concerns about the risks posed by vehicles parked along the embankment, particularly in the growing residential areas of Canal Road. Alisha Khobragade, a local resident, described the road as increasingly unsafe, noting that poor visibility at night exacerbates the danger. "At night, visibility is low, and with no proper wall or railing, anyone could accidentally fall into the river," she said. A senior official from the Dharampeth zone explained that the reconstruction of retaining walls is part of an Rs856 crore flood mitigation plan launched after the 2023 deluge.#times_of_india #nagpur_municipal_corporation #nag_river #canal_road #ramdaspeth
