Mangaluru: It is a different Bandhan Raksha for Mandkolu Village Youth in Sutia, about 100 km from here.
They fix a stretch of a few km from the mud road and celebrate the festival by binding Rakhis with each other, acknowledging bonds against each other and responsibility for the village.
A group of almost 25 engaged in Shramadhan by repairing the road that connects the storm, Bengathamale, and Chakote.
Prashanth Bolugallu, from the village of Bolgallu told Ti that the locals, on several occasions, had asked Pancrayat to get a repaired road.
“When Pancrayat agrees to provide all the necessary material, the youth team comes forward to work.
It is a daily activity.
All stretches are around 2 km, but certain stretches have been convached.
Because of the monsoon, the road becomes uneven Certain places, making it difficult for vehicle movements.
Shramadhan will continue next week too.
Panchayat Development Officers Mandekolu Ramesh P said that such activities have been carried out in several places.
“Panchayat provides the necessary materials, including stone and equipment.
Food for volunteers is also arranged by Panchayat.
This activity also helps in building a healthy bond, “he said.
Youth celebrating Rakhi by rebuilding the village road
