This paper’s extensive reportage on the city’s subways shines the spotlight on an oft-neglected piece of city infrastructure. Since they are underground and out of sight, so to speak, the subways do not seem to warrant the same amount of attention as, perhaps, bridges or other infrastructure that is more visible.

Yet, these subways fulfil an important need, allowing people safe passage to cross especially wide roads and, in some cases, junctions. Our report and accompanying pictures highlight how the city’s subways are desperately in need of maintenance and regular upkeep.