Bengaluru’s Kendriya Sadan junction near Koramangala is witnessing a daily surge in wrong-side riding, primarily triggered by the long-delayed Ejipura flyover project. Stalled for nearly a decade, the unfinished structure has choked road space and made commuting chaotic and dangerous.
The stretch from St John’s Hospital to Sarjapur is a hotspot. Commuters say the narrowed roads, clogged by construction debris, leave little room for orderly traffic. Two-wheeler riders, in a hurry to avoid long signals and jams, routinely ride against traffic, risking accidents.
Residents and workers in the area say the problem has persisted for years. Ripon Roy, a security guard at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics, says the road’s curve makes it especially prone to collisions. “People just want to avoid the jam. But the curve and lack of space make it a death trap.”
Shivakumar C, a local security supervisor, pointed out that police enforcement is inconsistent. “There are occasional fines, but most days, violators go scot-free,” he said.
Pedestrians, especially parents, are particularly concerned. “With no proper footpaths, we’re forced to walk on the road. I’ve seen kids nearly get hit by bikes on the wrong side,” said a mother of two school-going children.
IT employee Manu Kapoor said, “Law-abiding commuters feel frustrated. The cops often seem helpless or indifferent.”
Madiwala traffic police admit the issue is real and blame it on poor road conditions and ongoing construction. “We’re doing what we can,” a cop said.
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