Residents of Sampatchak in Phulwari Sharif, Patna, have raised strong objections regarding the ongoing road construction work in their area. On February 11, 2026, a group of villagers stopped the work and protested, alleging that the contractor is using substandard materials. They have formally requested Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Patna District Magistrate Dr. Thiyagarajan SM to step in and order an inquiry into the irregularities.
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What are the allegations made by the villagers?
The local people claim that the construction does not meet the required technical standards. They pointed out that the materials being used do not match the quality promised in the tender documents. Specific complaints include the use of low-grade stone chips and improper layering of the road surface. When the villagers tried to talk to the contractor about these technical flaws, their concerns were reportedly ignored.
Details about the road project and demands
This construction is part of a major project to widen and strengthen the road in the Sampatchak area. The specific stretch is linked to the 4-laning of the Patna-Masaurhi road (SH-01) from Sampatchak Bazar to Parsa Bazar. The government has allocated approximately ₹72.15 Crores for this work under the Bihar Road Construction Department. Villagers insist that such a large amount of public money must be used correctly.
Key concerns raised by the public:
- Construction violates mandatory technical manuals.
- Contractor is not listening to local grievances.
- Demand for a technical audit by the District Magistrate.
- Request for ensuring proper drainage and guard walls.
