The heavy cost of Bengaluru’s traffic woes

Bengaluru’s traffic congestion results in an annual economic loss of Rs 20,000 crore, impacting productivity and businesses.

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Study reveals massive economic loss

Research by traffic expert M. N. Sreehari reveals that Bengaluru’s congestion costs the city nearly Rs 20,000 crore annually.

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60 flyovers but still gridlocked

Despite having 60 flyovers, Bengaluru still faces severe congestion due to insufficient infrastructure.

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Rising population and vehicle count

Bengaluru’s population of 14.5 million and nearly 15 million vehicles worsen the traffic situation.

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IT industry’s role in traffic growth

The booming IT industry has driven population growth, adding to the traffic woes in Bengaluru.

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Traffic congestion reduces productivity

Employees stuck in traffic for hours face reduced productivity, affecting the city’s economic output.

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SMEs struggle with delays

Small and medium-sized enterprises face delivery delays and unhappy customers due to traffic congestion.

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Infrastructure fails to keep up

The city’s infrastructure development lags behind the population and vehicle growth, worsening congestion.

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Proposed solutions: Metro and buses

Experts recommend expanding metro lines and bus networks to ease congestion.

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Discouraging roadside parking

The study recommends reducing roadside parking to free up road space and improve traffic flow.

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AI and robotics for traffic management

Using AI and robotics for real-time traffic monitoring and management could ease congestion.

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The road to a smoother future

With smart infrastructure and sustainable transport, Bengaluru can overcome its traffic crisis.

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