The drain works opposite Mannars Market on Shivarampet Main Road, which was going on in a snail’s pace, has come to a standstill all of a sudden due to the strike of Civil Contractors who are demanding release of their pending bills. This is causing a lot of hardship not only to hundreds of business establishments but also to the public. With Dasara round the corner, it is very much needed to complete the works at the earliest. Authorities concerned are urged to set right their issues with the contractors and get the works completed at the earliest.