Srinagar, April 21 -- Residents of Pantha Chowk and Summerbugh have voiced strong dissatisfaction over the prolonged delay in the completion of a footbridge connecting the twin localities. The bridge, intended to provide safe passage for locals, has been in limbo since 2016, according to concerned residents. The foot bridge, which was designed to offer a secure route between Pantha Chowk and Summerbugh, has been mired in inconsistency and delays for years. The locals, who had eagerly anticipated its construction, now find themselves grappling with frustration and disappointment.

The recent tragic incident of a boat capsizing in Gandbal, resulting in the loss of precious lives, has further intensified the community's concerns regarding th...