Commute

The datajam hosted mobility enthusiasts from across sectors and professions who drafted possible solutions to traffic issues.

Only band-aid solutions are on offer to manage traffic, like banning goods vehicles during certain hours and diverting some traffic to side roads.

The traffic policemen on duty at Goraguntepalya signal stand for almost the whole day, manning traffic. They only take a quick break for lunch.

The buses can run 150 kilometres on a single charge, which takes 40-50 minutes. The buses cover around 180 kilometres daily.

M. A. Saleem, Special Commissioner of Police, Traffic, explains how ITMS and synchronised traffic signals work, and about IPC section 283.

The public and citizen groups have different priorities from the SWR. But the railway body appears to never consult the public over its plans.

While SMVB has finally become operational with 29 trains originating and terminating here, passengers still face several difficulties.

The lack of last mile connectivity and erratic schedules of BMTC often compel commuters to resort to booking an auto for the entirety of their trip.

Making station entries accessible, having special amenities for different groups – Namma Metro has to do a lot more to make it inclusive for all.

The BBMP’s current plan is to extend the pay-and-park system in a graded fashion to accommodate 24,387 two-wheelers and 2,834 cars.

The transport department’s knee-jerk reactions against ride-hailing apps may get them legal injunctions to operate. But can that be a long term solution?

Independent autos were fined for charging an extra Rs10 from riders, yet apps were charging exorbitant fares. Neither drivers nor commuters were happy.