The situation of traffic on Hosur road captures the issues with urban planning in Bengaluru in a microcosm. The city never braced itself for the kind of population explosion it has witnessed.
For the past two months, residents of Koramangala 3rd Block have seen a marked increase in traffic through their neighbourhood. A citizen shares how it has impacted their lives.
The pothole-ridden road from Krupanidhi College junction to Total Mall is dangerous for two-wheeler riders. A commuter explains why and says that safety is in one’s own hands.
The highway stretch from Kudlu gate to Huskur gate sees a few pedestrians getting killed every month. Confusion about signals and CCTVs between traffic police and highway authorities is one of the reasons.
By 2016, you can travel from Domlur to Hosur Road in 30 minutes! How? An elevated road of 2.4 km will come up from Ejipura Junction to Koramangala Water tank.
Signal free corridors have been given a boost by the state government, by allocating 618 crores in the budget. If you own a property on this stretch, there is a chance it may be acquired.
So say south Bangaloreans, on the BBMP’s widening plans for the Outer Ring Road between Silk Board and Mysore Road. Meet B N Venkatesh Murthy who offers alternatives and fiercely criticises the administration.
