Bengaluru Traffic Police Tighten Rules on 5 Major Flyovers
What Happened
The Bengaluru Traffic Police has announced new traffic restrictions on five major flyovers and elevated corridors to improve road safety and ease congestion. The curbs will apply to vehicle categories such as heavy goods vehicles, auto-rickshaws, goods autos, and two-wheelers on routes including the Sirsi Circle, Peenya, Electronics City, Silk Board-Ragigudda double-decker, and Airport Road flyovers.
Key Takeaways
Most restrictions will take effect from September 4, while those on the Electronics City Elevated Expressway will begin on September 11. Traffic police say the decision follows a review of accidents, speed variations, and congestion issues on flyovers, with the aim of improving commuter safety and traffic flow.