Archive · 1 Aug 2025
Kolkata's Diamond Harbour Road: Potholes Endanger School Commutes
Imagine a road filled with big holes and bumps, making it hard and unsafe to drive on.
That's what Diamond Harbour Road in Kolkata is like, especially near schools.
It makes the trips to school slow and bumpy for kids.
The city is aware of the issue and plans to fix the road.
Diamond Harbour Road in Kolkata is severely damaged with potholes and craters.
The road's condition poses safety risks for commuters, particularly schoolchildren.
The 1.8km stretch impacts traffic, especially during school hours.
Construction of the Purple Line Metro exacerbates congestion.
KMC is planning repairs; the councillor of Ward 78 stated that fixing the stretch is a priority.
- Who
- Schoolchildren, parents, teachers, carpool drivers, and commuters.
- What
- Diamond Harbour Road is riddled with potholes and craters, creating a dangerous driving environment.
- When
- Ongoing, with conditions worsened by heavy rains in July.
- Where
- Diamond Harbour Road in Kolkata, between Mominpore and Kidderpore.
- Why
- Poor road conditions causing difficult and dangerous driving conditions, and safety concerns.
Commuters and Parents
KMC
Impact of Road Conditions
Commuters and Parents
Experiencing difficult driving conditions and safety concerns.
KMC
N/A
- Affected Road
- Diamond Harbour Road
- Location
- Kolkata, between Mominpore and Kidderpore
- Road Condition
- Potholes, manholes, craters
- Impact
- Traffic delays, safety hazards, and concerns for schoolchildren
- Affected Groups
- Students, parents, teachers, carpool drivers, and local businesses
- KMC Response
- Meeting to discuss repair plans, stated as a priority
