A tragic pothole mishap in Janakpuri has claimed a young man’s life, thrusting Delhi’s infrastructure woes into the political spotlight. AAP’s Sanjay Jha, Chief Whip of the MLA group, has written directly to CM Rekha Gupta, calling for urgent compensation and employment for the victim’s kin.
The accident occurred when a motorist’s bike plunged into an open excavation left by Delhi Jal Board workers. Jha’s letter condemns this as systemic failure, stressing that punishing officials is just the start—real support for the bereaved is paramount. The family now faces an uncertain future without their primary earner, amplifying the human cost of such oversights.
Jha detailed how the pothole, ignored amid ongoing works, became a death trap, shaking the conscience of the city. He criticized half-measures like probes, insisting on tangible aid: financial aid to tide over immediate hardships and a stable job to secure long-term stability.
Pointing to precedent, he noted the swift response in a BJP activist’s Yamuna drowning case, where aid flowed promptly. ‘Equal justice must prevail,’ Jha wrote, pressing for no delays. By acting decisively, the government can demonstrate sensitivity, rebuild trust, and prevent future tragedies through better oversight of public works.