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The roads of the mining town Koida under Sundargarh district have become perilous and nearly impassable, presenting a serious risk to residents. For over 40 years, locals have grappled with relentless road decay, with the monsoon rains transforming them into muddy and treacherous obstacles. Journeys that took 15 minutes now stretch to over an hour due to severe traffic congestion caused by bad road conditions.
The dire situation is exemplified by deep potholes, turning these routes into literal 'death traps' for unsuspecting pedestrians and motorists. Despite the region's economic significance owing to its robust mining industry,...