Archive · 13 Sep 2025
Raha Residents Protest NHAI Neglect of Service Roads
Imagine you have to pay to drive on a road, but the road is full of huge holes and is falling apart.
That's what's happening in Raha, India.
Residents are angry because the roads they use, especially the ones that avoid toll booths, are in terrible shape.
They blame the NHAI, the people in charge of the roads, for not fixing them even though they collect money from drivers.
The roads are so bad that cars can get damaged, and it's dangerous.
The people of Raha want the roads fixed properly, with good drainage, and they're asking if they should even have to pay tolls if the roads are so bad.
Raha residents are protesting the deplorable condition of service roads on National Highway 37.
The service roads, intended to bypass toll plazas, are filled with potholes and are hazardous.
Residents accuse the NHAI of negligence, despite the collection of toll taxes.
Complaints to authorities have reportedly been ignored, leading to frustration among locals.
Residents demand immediate repairs, including resurfacing, drainage improvements, and consideration of toll exemptions.
- Who
- Raha residents and local organizations
- What
- Protesting the poor condition of service roads along National Highway 37
- When
- September 13, with ongoing issues
- Where
- Raha, Assam, India
- Why
- Due to NHAI's alleged negligence in road maintenance despite toll collection.
- Location
- Raha, Assam, India
- Affected Road
- Service roads along National Highway 37
- Key Issues
- Potholes, poor drainage, and lack of maintenance
- Protesters
- Raha residents and local organizations
- Authority Criticized
- National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)
- Demands
- Immediate road repairs, proper drainage, and consideration of toll exemptions.