The overbridge constructed in Ibrahimpur, under the Piro Nagar Parishad area, on the Bihiya-Bihta State Highway, is rapidly deteriorating due to a lack of proper maintenance. This crucial overbridge, built at a cost of crores of rupees, is not receiving regular care from the State Highway Authority, causing it to fall into disrepair prematurely.

Various plants, including peepal, banyan, and other wild species, have sprouted on the side walls of the overbridge. The roots of these plants are gradually spreading and penetrating deep into the walls. If these are not removed in time, the roots could severely damage the walls, compromising the structural integrity of the bridge. Thousands of heavy vehicles, particularly overloaded sand-laden trucks, use this overbridge daily, placing immense stress on the structure. The weakening of its walls thus poses a significant risk of a major accident.

Local residents have urged the Road Construction Department and Piro Nagar Parishad to undertake immediate cleaning and repair work on the overbridge. They have emphasized the need to completely remove the plants from the walls and establish a system for regular maintenance to prevent any untoward incidents in the future.