Several stretches of the Mangaluru-Athrady State Highway (SH-67), a key route between Udupi and Mangaluru International Airport and Kateel temple, are badly damaged, causing inconvenience for motorists and commuters. Affected landowners and farmer representatives have demanded clear written assurances on market valuation and fair compensation norms before field surveys or land acquisition proceed. District officials are expected to hold consultations with local stakeholders to resolve the impasse.