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Bengaluru Road Hazard Leaves Woman With Severe Injury, Heavy Medical Costs
A pothole on a major Bengaluru thoroughfare resulted in a serious accident, leaving a two-wheeler rider with a crushed ankle and mounting medical expenses. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about road maintenance in the IT city's key commuter corridors.
LSN India ·
Aishani Khanna sustained a crushing ankle injury after her scooter struck a pothole on the Whitefield-Varthur road near Nexus Mall in Bengaluru. The accident resulted in hospitalization and medical bills exceeding Rs 2 lakh, adding financial strain to her recovery process.
The incident occurred on a stretch of road that serves as a vital commuter corridor for thousands of IT professionals and residents traveling between Whitefield and surrounding areas. Poor road conditions, including potholes and uneven surfaces, have been recurring complaints from commuters on this route.
Khanna's case underscores a broader problem affecting Bengaluru's road infrastructure despite the city's status as a major economic hub. Road accidents caused by inadequate maintenance have resulted in multiple injuries and property damage reports in recent months.
The Bengaluru authorities have faced criticism over delayed repairs and insufficient preventive maintenance on major arterial roads. Residents and commuters continue to demand faster action from civic bodies to address hazardous road conditions before more accidents occur.