The Jaipur traffic management authorities have advanced a plan to reduce congestion at major intersections and road stretches across the city. The traffic department has submitted proposals to the Jaipur Development Authority (JDA) to construct slip lanes at 11 locations, allowing vehicles to make free left turns without waiting at red lights. Simultaneously, the police department has instructed the JDA and Jaipur Municipal Corporation to block median cuts on approximately five important stretches.
Proposals for Slip Lanes
The proposal was made during JDA's traffic control board meeting held recently. The meeting focused on providing free left-turn access to drivers at various intersections and roundabouts to avoid long queues at red lights. Following discussions, a decision was made to create slip lanes at several locations to facilitate free left-turn access, stated a JDA official.
The JDA will form a team of experts to study the identified locations and oversee the execution of the projects. This initiative is expected to improve traffic flow and reduce delays at busy junctions.
Closure of Median Cuts
The meeting also addressed the closure of median cuts that often interrupt smooth traffic movement and contribute to congestion. One of the main stretches identified is the 1.8-kilometer Bajaj Nagar Road from JKK Crossing on JLN Marg to KV School. Another JDA official noted that there are nine cuts on the median of this road, and preparations are underway to close five of them.
Other stretches recommended for closure of cuts include Balaji Mode to Jagatpura ROB, Gandhi Circle to Aranya Bhawan, Aranya Bhawan to Balaji Tiraha, and the cut in front of Pareek College.
New Bridge in C-Scheme
Another major decision from the meeting was to build a bridge in the C-Scheme area to reduce congestion. A senior JDA official explained that Yudhishtir Marg and Ramesh Marg are divided by a narrow drain. The proposed bridge will allow direct movement between the two roads without forcing vehicles to use Jamanalal Bajaj Marg, thereby easing traffic flow.
