Thousands of residents in Ramganj upazila of Lakshmipur are suffering severe hardship due to long-delayed road repair works left incomplete for months. Locals allege that negligence by contractors and the road department has turned several key roads into dangerous traps. The renovation of the 7-kilometer Sonapur–Paniyala–Uttar Bhatra road and the 3-kilometer stretch from Jor Kobor to Sonapur Bridge remains unfinished, forcing daily commuters to travel under risky conditions.

Residents report that the roads, dug up about six months ago, have since deteriorated further, with potholes expanding and rainwater accumulating to knee depth. Frequent accidents have been reported, affecting students, pedestrians, and transport users. The roads serve as vital links to educational institutions, markets, hospitals, and other key facilities in the area.

Local engineers have stated that repair work will resume soon, but no specific timeline has been provided. This uncertainty has intensified public frustration, with residents demanding urgent government intervention to complete the repairs and restore safe road communication.