Motorists demand streetlights on busy VIT High Road

Commuters traversing VIT High Road have intensified calls for the installation of streetlights along the route, raising concerns about visibility and road safety during evening and night hours. The inadequate lighting has prompted motorists to seek intervention from local authorities to improve conditions on the frequently used stretch.

In response to the demands, officials from the State Highways Department have clarified the responsibility framework for implementing such infrastructure improvements. According to departmental statements, the installation of new streetlights, along with their ongoing maintenance and associated electricity charges, should be borne by respective civic bodies operating in the jurisdiction.

This includes local corporations in urban areas and panchayat authorities in rural regions. The clarification suggests that while the highways department oversees road infrastructure, the burden of providing and sustaining street illumination falls on local civic administrations. The development highlights the ongoing coordination challenges between different government agencies responsible for road safety and urban infrastructure.