Archive · 22 Jun 2025
Pothole Protests Erupt in Ambernath and Bhiwandi
Some people in Ambernath and Bhiwandi are angry about potholes on the roads.
Auto rickshaw drivers in Ambernath protested because the bad roads are hurting people's health.
They tried to talk to the city council but couldn't.
The city said they don't have money to fix the roads right now.
In Bhiwandi, people say that the roads are causing traffic problems and that the police are letting big trucks through for bribes.
If the roads aren't fixed soon, they plan a big protest on June 25.
Auto rickshaw union in Ambernath protested pothole-ridden roads, citing health issues.
Protestors attempted to meet authorities but were denied entry.
The Ambernath Municipal Council stated a lack of funds for road repairs.
Bhiwandi residents threatened a mass protest on June 25 if potholes remain.
Residents allege traffic police are taking bribes to allow heavy vehicles.
- Who
- Auto rickshaw union, residents of Bhiwandi, and city authorities.
- What
- Protests demanding pothole repairs and better road conditions.
- When
- The auto rickshaw union protested on Friday. Bhiwandi residents threatened a protest on June 25.
- Where
- Ambernath and Bhiwandi, India
- Why
- To demand the repair of pothole-ridden roads that are causing health issues and traffic congestion.
Protesters' Perspective
Authorities' Response
Road Conditions vs. Funding
Protesters' Perspective
Roads are unsafe due to potholes.
Authorities' Response
Authorities lack funds to immediately repair the roads.
Alleged Corruption
Protesters' Perspective
Traffic police are accepting bribes.
Authorities' Response
No information provided
- Location of Protests
- Ambernath and Bhiwandi, India
- Protesting Groups
- Auto Rickshaw Union, Bhiwandi Nagarik Jivit Bachav Sangharsh Samiti
- Road Concerns
- Potholes causing health issues, traffic congestion
- Authorities Mentioned
- Ambernath Municipal Council, Traffic Police, PWD
- Threatened Protest Date
- June 25 (Bhiwandi)
- Reason for Potholes
- Gas line and CCTV installations