Bhubaneswar: The bustling commercial hub of Bapuji Nagar, one of the busiest areas in Bhubaneswar, is reeling under civic neglect. From damaged roads filled with potholes to heaps of garbage and traffic congestion, the situation has become a daily ordeal for residents, traders, and visitors.

Large pits in the middle of the roads and uneven paver blocks have made walking and driving risky. Rainwater and wastewater from nearby shops often stagnate on the streets, making conditions worse. Stray animals and dogs drag waste from nearby garbage piles onto the road, further adding to the mess.

Despite the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) spending crores of rupees on city maintenance, cleanliness remains a major concern in this prime locality. Garbage heaps are seen everywhere, particular

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