Phagwara MLA launches repair of Banga road at his own expenses

Our Correspondent

Phagwara, October 17

Practical work, not political rhetoric, defined the day as the Congress MLA from Phagwara, Balwinder Dhaliwal, personally initiated patchwork repairs on the broken Banga road. Acting on growing public concern over the unsafe condition of the stretch, Dhaliwal took it upon himself to start the repairs at his own expenses, underscoring that representation was a duty that does not end with changes in governance.

“The condition of roads is deplorable. I do not want anyone to get injured by losing balance while commuting on potholed roads,” Dhaliwal said this while overseeing the work. Despite the state government not belonging to his party, the MLA maintained that the welfare of his constituency remained his foremost commitment. “Though it is not my government in the state, my constituency remains my responsibility,” he remarked, earning appreciation from residents and commuters alike.

The Banga road serves as one of Phagwara’s busiest links, connecting several residential colonies and industrial areas. Persistent neglect and monsoon onslaught had turned the stretch into a commuting hazard, prompting repeated complaints from the public. Dhaliwal’s decision to personally finance the patchwork has been viewed as a pragmatic gesture — a blend of accountability and empathy rarely seen in contemporary politics.

Local residents gathered to express their gratitude, noting that while bureaucratic delays often stall development works, Dhaliwal’s initiative demonstrated that leadership was about action, not just announcements.

Civic observers also pointed out that such steps could inspire other representatives to adopt a more hands-on approach in addressing local grievances. With the patchwork underway, the MLA said he would continue to press for comprehensive resurfacing of the Banga road under the state’s infrastructure improvement plan. For now, the immediate relief has been welcomed by motorists and pedestrians who had long struggled with the road’s poor condition.

As practical work replaced paperwork, Dhaliwal’s move turned into a reminder that in public life, results speak louder than politics.