Bengaluru: Commuters along the Chambenahalli–Dommasandra stretch are losing up to an hour to cover just 1.4 km, with peak-hour congestion pushing local residents, IT employees, and educational institutions to demand immediate government action.
The gridlock between Chambenahalli village and Dommasandra Junction—a key link on Sarjapur Road—has become a persistent nightmare, especially with the stalled flyover project at Dommasandra Junction, which began in September 2020 but has seen no real progress since.
The junction connects crucial routes leading to Whitefield and Marathahalli, heavily used by office-goers and school transport. With over 10 educational institutions and several large housing projects in the vicinity, traffic volume has surged, worsening delays.
Residents Speak Out
Sai PV, a Sarjapur resident, shared: “Since schools reopened, my commute has doubled. On some days, I’ve taken three hours to reach my office. The absence of traffic police at key points and unchecked wrong-side driving adds to the chaos.”
Nitin Garag, chairman of ISME College, said, “Our students have missed exams due to traffic jams. Parents and staff are constantly complaining. It’s hurting academics and well-being.”
Nooraine Fazal, CEO of Inventure Academy, highlighted the toll on school operations: “Ninety percent of our 1,400 students and 260 staff depend on school buses. The congestion robs students of rest, focus, and learning time. It’s high time authorities implement sustainable transport solutions.”
Police Response
A senior traffic officer acknowledged the crisis, blaming the halted flyover work and increased urban development. He noted that three traffic personnel are posted daily, but added, “Traffic flow is unpredictable.”
Until infrastructure catches up, thousands continue to suffer.