Harshini Brahmavar
Pics: Umesh Marpalli
Daijiworld Media Network - Udupi (EP)

Udupi, Aug 5: Unscientifically laid humps were erected overnight on roads in several parts of Udupi earlier this week, causing fear of accidents and hardship among motorists. These speed-breakers have been laid without installing any signboard on the road. The speed-breakers are laid at the junctions where the inner roads meet the highway at Udyavar Bayilapade, Mattu, Shankerapura and other places.

Not only are the humps unscientific, they even pose a threat to motorists especially at night. Worse, locals do not know who to complain to.

Many felt that even at a normal speed, it was as if 'climbing a hill'. Moreover, the absence of signboards on roads make them practically impossible to spot from a distance.

Vehicles with low ground clearance are likely to hit the speed-breakers. Locals say that bikes skid on them.

These humps have not been able to ease traffic on roads. It is necessary to take preventive measures against speeding, but these speed-breakers pose danger. Officials concerned need to inspect the work and take appropriate action to prevent accidents.