Post-digging debris at Andheri colony gate makes access difficult and dangerous for residents
Uneven patch means caution at entry, exit. Pics/Shadab Khan
The only entry/exit concrete gate for both vehicles and pedestrians of Dhake Colony Co-operative Housing Society (CHS) on JP Road in Andheri West had been dug up at the beginning of February for cabling work. There was a heavy, industrial metal sheet placed at the gate, as work went on below. Cars were able to enter/exit smoothly over the metal sheet.
Tiles and blocks lie around on the previously dug-up space
The colony has five buildings with approximately 150 residents. The work was completed in a few days, and residents expected the entry to be restored to its previous smooth concrete, with the metal sheet removed. While the metal sheet was removed, the patch at the gate is still in shambles, and has not been concreted.
Residents point to the problem
Anand Shirali, chairman, Dhake Colony CHS, said, “The patch is at our gate. One has to be an extremely skilled driver to get inside. The work has been over since a fortnight at least, but this gate remains dug up. We have another small gate on the side of the colony, which can be accessed by pedestrians, though not by vehicles. Mud, stones, and bricks make this an uneven patch. If somebody needs an ambulance or fire brigade, this would be next to impossible. A doctor in the colony, who has a big car, parks on the road outside the colony to cater to emergencies. The turning radius is also extremely tight now, so it is difficult to manoeuvre.”
Complaints on relevant phone numbers and X handles evinced no response.
Anand Shirali, chairman, Dhake Colony CHS
150
Approximate no. of society residents affected
Tweet heat
Shira Lee, on X
@mybmc Main arterial JP Road Dhake Colony CHS gate entry dug up 20 days back and not repaired. Getting cars inside/outside is difficult. The society has many senior citizens who may need an ambulance, but cannot enter. Bus route no. 425 is affected, too. K West ward — HELP!
Cause of injury
Shailesh Bhat, Society resident
This unattended work is unacceptable. Senior citizens and small kids are at the highest risk of injury thanks to the high probability of accidents. Repair it quickly.
Fall before exam
Nilesh Sawant, Society resident
This patch is dangerous. A few days ago, I was taking my 11-year-old daughter to school on a scooter at 7.15 am. She had exams. The scooter wobbled on this uneven patch, and we both fell down. Luckily, we were not seriously hurt but certainly shaken up. This needs urgent attention.
Walking an issue
Ramila Gala, Society resident
We have been waiting for 25 days for this concreted and smoothened stretch. Even walking is difficult, especially for senior citizens who now fear negotiating the patch and put off going out. Recently, I had guests at home, and one visitor actually twisted his leg on this uneven stretch. I do not understand why this should take so much time.
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