GSRTC Bus, School Van Get Stuck in Pits, Raising Safety Concerns in Surat After Heavy Rains

Driving on Surat's roads has become dangerous after heavy rainfall exposed poor road repair work in different parts of the city. On Wednesday, two more roads collapsed one outside Udhna Bus Station and another near Limbayat Garnala.

The first incident happened outside Udhna Bus Station when the road suddenly caved in as an GSRTC state transport bus was passing through the area. The front wheel of the bus sank into the road, leaving many passengers frightened. Municipal officials and local people safely evacuated the passengers and arranged another bus.

Also, a school van carrying children got trapped in a road cave-in near Limbayat Garnala. The van tilted to one side, causing fear among the students. Local residents quickly helped remove the vehicle, and thankfully all the children were safe.

Poor Road Raises Serious query:

• Two roads collapsed on the same day after rainfall.
• ST bus and school van got trapped in road cave-ins.
• No injuries were reported, but a major tragedy was avoided.
• Citizens blamed poor road repair after drainage and water line work.
• People demanded strict action against negligent contractors and officials.

Many people have blamed the Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) and its contractors for poor-quality work after drainage and water pipeline projects. Residents also demanded that contractors responsible for poor-quality work should be blacklisted, while officials who failed to supervise the projects should face strict departmental action.

With the monsoon season only beginning, people fear that more roads could collapse if immediate steps are not taken.