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Bengaluru Police Commissioner B. Dayananda, IPS, and Joint Commissioner M.N. Anucheth, IPS, led efforts to tackle pressing traffic grievances during a special event named Sanchara Samparka Divasa in Bengaluru West Zone.
From 11 am to 1 pm, at the Jalaram Bhavan Hall in Rajajinagar on Saturday, citizens raised concerns ranging from the operation of bike taxi services to speeding near educational institutions. One issue raised was the safety of children and other users amidst reports of bike taxi drivers lacking proper documentation like a driving license and Aadhar card, as well as cases of reckless driving. The police assured stringent action to address these issues.
Praise was lavished on the traffic apps introduced by the traffic police. They were instrumental in curbing two-wheeler speeding incidents near Jnana Bharathi College. The app’s role in facilitating citizens’ reports and subsequent response was lauded by attendees.
A recurrent theme was the shortage of traffic cabins and delayed police response in certain localities. In response, the authorities pledged to tackle traffic management infrastructure and build more cabins at different traffic signals in collaboration with BBMP.
Lack of number plates, illegal modifications on two-wheelers, and the prevalence of black films on vehicles, despite the Supreme Court banning the use of black films in 2012, drew attention, with promises of rigorous enforcement measures and enhanced coordination with the transport department to penalize offenders to ensure compliance.
The fine of 500 rupees not being enough punishment was raised by residents, and they also voiced grievances over the encroachment of footpaths by vehicles and vendors, aggravated traffic congestion. The public was asked to notify BBMP authorities to address these issues effectively.
