The rapid pace of development on Wardha Road in Nagpur has left citizens struggling to keep up with the changes happening around them. The National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) is currently concretizing the national highway stretch from the Airport to Rahate Colony Square, which initially seems like a positive move. However, this evenly paved road without potholes brings its own set of problems, the most significant one being its increased height. The new height of the highway is higher than the plinth level of most properties lining the road, creating difficulties for residents.

Residents are finding themselves boxed in due to the height difference between their properties' plinths and the elevated highway. Those coming from neighboring localities onto Wardha Road face a challenging and increasingly risky task due to the difficult gradient created by the raised road. The construction of approach roads to the highway also poses a direct threat to road users, particularly those in four-wheelers, as the slopes are inappropriate and can cause accidents.

Architect and Town Planner Sujit Rodge explains that there are standard guidelines for constructing road slopes. The recommended ruling gradient for plain terrain should range from 1 in 25 to 1 in 30, meaning it should take 25 to 30 meters of horizontal distance to climb a height of 1 meter. However, it appears that these guidelines have not been followed properly on Wardha Road, leading to uncomfortable road slopes and increased accident risks.

When asked about the road gradient design, Naresh Borkar, Executive Engineer at NHAI, mentioned that they consider the local situation and strive to lay the road height accordingly. However, he did not comment on specific Indian Road Congress (IRC) norms related to road construction. The situation poses difficulties for new drivers who navigate through this road, especially with the steep gradients observed on the roads leading to Pragati Colony and near Somalwada locality.
The landing problem caused by the elevated road is not limited to the approach lanes but also affects businesses and homes along Wardha Road. Property owners face difficulties in accessing their premises due to the uneven landings. Furthermore, the construction work involving a mix of cement and tar roads has led to a wastage of public money spent on tarring. Looking ahead, there are concerns about the upcoming monsoon season, as there is a fear of low-lying residential areas alongside Wardha Road experiencing flooding. Managing the flow of water from double-deck flyovers remains a challenge for authorities.