Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:00pm on 15 Oct 2026,Thursday India
Kolkata’s Chingrighata flyover has come under scrutiny after motorcycles reportedly skidded on its freshly painted, rain-soaked surface ahead of Durga Puja. A viral dashcam video showing riders losing control raised serious road-safety concerns and triggered a political dispute between the BJP-led West Bengal government and the Trinamool Congress (TMC). Urban Development Minister Agnimitra Paul ordered an investigation, maintaining that anti-skid paint was used and the beautification project was funded through corporate social responsibility (CSR). Authorities installed reflective road studs and undertook corrective work. The TMC questioned the painting decision and demanded accountability over the safety risks and removal costs.
