Villagers forced to cross the Denwa River on foot in Narmadapuram: Forest permission for building a bridge has not been granted even after three years; 60.66 lakhs have already been sanctioned.

The villagers of Nandiya, the most remote and inaccessible gram panchayat in Narmadapuram district, are still struggling for basic amenities. During the rainy season, the Denwa River becomes their biggest problem. To fulfill daily tasks such as fetching rations, getting medical treatment, and grinding wheat, villagers have to risk their lives by crossing the river. According to the villagers, funds were sanctioned three years ago for the construction of a bridge. The land worship ceremony...