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As the monsoon approaches Odisha, incomplete drainage and repair work in Sambalpur city has raised serious concerns among residents. With heavy rains expected in the coming days, several major drains remain clogged while construction and cleaning work in key areas is still ongoing.
According to ground reports, certain sections of the city's primary drainage systems have either collapsed or are choked with debris.
While desilting and cleaning efforts have begun in prominent drains, the progress remains slow and scattered. Areas such as the Dhobijoar and Tangana drains, which serve as crucial water outlets leading to the Mahanadi Rive...