United News of Bangladesh

Potholes, damaged roads and knee-deep water after even light rain have turned daily travel into a struggle for residents of Naogaon town, with many roads remaining in poor condition for years. On a number of roads, the asphalt wore away nearly a decade ago, and the underlying brick aggregate has also gradually eroded. Some roads are now covered with mud, while deep potholes filled with rainwater make it difficult to judge their depth. Drivers of battery-powered rickshaws, CNG-run vehicles and rickshaws are often reluctant to ply the worst-affected roads. Even when passengers offer higher fares, residents often struggle to find a vehicle. Patients, pregnant women, students and elderly people are among those facing the greatest hardship.