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Summary:
The uncontrolled movement of trucks and tippers (heavy vehicles) is causing more than just air pollution; it is also affecting people's health. In the nights, especially after 9 PM, there is a continuous stream of trucks and tippers passing through areas like the Nakkhu Khola corridor in Lalitpur. The noise and dust from these vehicles make it difficult for residents to sleep and live peacefully.
Locals, including residents like Nanumaiya from Lalitpur Metropolitan-12, suffer from respiratory issues such as asthma because of the constant dust and fumes. The behavior of truck and tipper drivers is reckless, showing little regard for pedestrians or other vehicles such as cars, motorcycles, and bicycles.
The dust and pollution cause eye and skin problems, as well as coughs and colds among the general public. The heavy vehicles also cause vibrations that disturb homes and lead to physical and mental health issues, especially among the elderly in residential areas.
Drivers often use short cuts through residential areas without proper control or regulation, exacerbating the problem. Excessive honking also leads to hearing issues. Despite the existence of better alternative routes, drivers continue to use congested roads like the one from Pharsidol to Bungmati market in Godavari Municipality, causing distress among locals.
Local officials note that a lack of coordination between local government, road departments, and other authorities has prevented a permanent solution to this problem.
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