A newly inaugurated expressway in India experienced damage shortly after its opening. Contractors deployed pedestal fans to accelerate drying of the damaged road section. This unusual repair method drew criticism and public commentary on social media platforms. The damage has caused significant traffic disruptions and congestion on the high-speed corridor.

Authority suspends toll collection till repairs, proposes ‘non-performer’ tag for PNC Infratech Ltd; IIT Kharagpur panel to probe surface failures on expressway

NHAI temporarily suspended toll tax on the Kanpur-Lucknow Expressway after heavy rain left a part of it damaged. | Trending