Ludhiana, April 28 -- As the bypoll for the Ludhiana West constituency draws near, the city has been flooded with unauthorised hoardings and banners by various political parties, raising serious concerns over blatant violations of norms and lack of enforcement by the civic authority.

Locals complain that these hoardings not only deface the city but have also covered critical sign boards, leading to confusion among commuters. "Important traffic signs are hidden under layers of posters and banners. It's becoming increasingly difficult to navigate, especially for outsiders," said Namit, a resident of BRS Nagar.

An official of the municipal corporation (MC), on condition of anonymity, admitted that despite clear provisions under the law, no...