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The Gujarat government has swiftly responded to monsoon-induced road damage, with over half of minor patchwork and 40% of major repairs already completed. More than 8,800 potholes have been filled across the state's vast 1.19 lakh km road network. Quality checks have been conducted on 154 out of 183 temporary diversions created due to heavy rains. The Roads Department continues to accelerate repairs to minimize public inconvenience during the ongoing monsoon season.

Key Points: Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Orders Road Repairs After Heavy Rains

  • Gujarat CM directs urgent road repairs after monsoon damage
  • 51% minor patchwork and 40% major repairs completed
  • Over 62% of potholes filled across 1.19L km road network
  • 183 diversions implemented, 154 inspected for quality control
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Gujarat govt ramps up road repairs, major patchwork after heavy rains

Gujarat govt completes 51% minor patchwork and 40% major repairs on damaged roads post-monsoon, prioritizing citizen convenience.

"To prevent inconvenience, the Roads and Buildings Department is accelerating repair works wherever required. – Gujarat Govt Release"

Gandhinagar, July 13

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has directed the Roads and Buildings Department to prioritise the repair of damaged roads in response to the substantial rainfall experienced during the monsoon season.

According to the release, this initiative aims to mitigate any inconvenience faced by citizens due to the deterioration of road infrastructure across various regions of the state.

Under this initiative, 51 per cent of minor patchwork and 40 per cent of major patchwork on damaged roads have been completed. Additionally, over 62 per cent of the minor pothole-filling works have also been accomplished, as stated in the release.

Gujarat has an extensive road network exceeding 1.19 lakh kilometres, comprising state, panchayat, national highways, and capital project roads.

Following the heavy rains, out of 1,893 km identified for minor patchwork, work on 957 km (i.e., 51%) has been completed. Similarly, of the 1,074 km requiring major patchwork, work on 425 km has been completed. The remaining repair works are progressing on a priority basis.

So far, out of a total of 14,169 identified minor potholes on damaged roads, work on filling 8,841 potholes (over 62%) has been completed. This includes 243 potholes filled with concrete, 138 with paver blocks, 5,480 with metal, and 2,840 with asphalt. To prevent inconvenience in the coming days, the Roads and Buildings Department continues to take necessary precautionary measures and is accelerating repair works wherever required.

In addition, due to heavy rainfall, diversions have been implemented on a total of 183 roads across the state. Of these, quality control inspections have been conducted on 154 roads. With structural work completed on 12 roads under diversion, along with 3 alternative roads, traffic has now been restored.

Furthermore, 98 diversions are reported to be in good condition, while 41 diversions are currently under repair, as per the Roads and Buildings Department's records.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good initiative but why does this happen every year? We pay so much in taxes, the government should build roads that can withstand monsoon rains. The patchwork is just temporary solution.
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Arjun K
The numbers look impressive but I wonder about the quality of repairs. Last year's patchwork in Surat didn't even last till Diwali! Hope they're using better materials this time.
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Sarah B
As someone who frequently travels between Vadodara and Anand for work, I've noticed significant improvement in the last two weeks. The repair teams are working day and night - kudos to their efforts! 👏
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Vikram M
What about rural areas? Most reports focus on cities but our village roads in Kutch are in terrible condition. The panchayat roads need equal attention!
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Kavya N
The diversions mentioned in the article have been causing major traffic jams in Gandhinagar. While repairs are important, the authorities should better manage traffic flow during this period.

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