Traffic woes worsen for urban commuters as schools reopen
Traffic congestion in Thiruvananthapuram has intensified following the reopening of schools, leading to significant delays for commuters. Local authorities and school principals are advising adjustments to travel times as ongoing road construction continues to exacerbate the bottlenecks.
Why it matters
Urban traffic management and infrastructure delays directly impact the quality of life and productivity of city residents.
R. Raveendran, 40, a businessperson, says dropping his son off at school has never been more stressful. He takes nearly an hour to complete the 7-km commute from home. “It’s harrowing to sit in an idling car in rush hour traffic, swamped by a sense of helplessness as you wait interminably for the snarl to ease”, he says.
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