The absence of proper road shoulders on National Highway 31 (NH-31) from Bharauli to the Purvanchal Expressway has become a significant problem for commuters and local residents. This critical stretch, lacking shoulders, frequently experiences severe traffic jams and poses a constant risk of accidents.

According to locals, without shoulders on either side of the road, vehicles experiencing minor breakdowns or needing to stop are forced to do so in the middle of the road. This obstructs traffic and inconveniences oncoming vehicles. The situation becomes particularly dire when large vehicles like trucks or buses break down, leading to hours-long traffic jams due to insufficient space for other vehicles to pass.

Another serious aspect of this issue is the increased number of accidents. Drivers on roads without shoulders have no option to pull over in emergencies. Fast-moving vehicles can collide with stationary ones, or vehicles attempting to move off the road might overturn. This risk escalates during nighttime or adverse weather conditions.

This section of NH-31 experiences heavy commercial vehicle traffic due to its connection with the Purvanchal Expressway. The lack of shoulders is a serious oversight from both traffic management and safety perspectives. Local administration and road construction agencies are continuously urged to address this issue immediately and construct shoulders on this segment of NH-31 to alleviate traffic congestion and prevent accidents. This step is crucial for ensuring road safety.