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Daijiworld Media Network–Mangaluru

Mangaluru, Jul 6: As the entire district receives normal to good rain fall, many commuters who depend on buses for transportation, are put to hardship because of lack of proper bus stands in city.

The district administration has organized several meetings with regard to building proper bus stands but they have not been able to solve the problem. MCC has also acquired land for bus stands but have not been able to materialize the plan.

The condition of both the bus stands at State bank has worsened. People who wait for buses during heavy rains have to hold their umbrella to avoid the water leakage from the roof tops.

The bus stand near Lady Goshen hospital is filled with rainwater. People cannot even enter the bus stand. Moreover, the stagnant rain water is normal feature at the bus stand during monsoon.

It is also studied that a drain near a private bus stand premises was found open without proper covering. While the pedestrians walk on the way, many have slipped into the drains.

Lack of drain for rain water and proper footpath has been haunting pedestrians during the monsoon.

Speaking to Daijiworld, Mayor Harinath assured to take immediately action and said, “I have already directed the MCC officials to repair the bus stand roof at State bank. I will also discuss with MCC officials to take proper measure against the lapses.”