Bengaluru: Road closure and its impact
Bengaluru traffic authorities have announced a partial closure of Sarjapur Road between Automart Junction and Agara Junction for white-topping work, starting September 30, 2025, and expected to last about two months. The construction will improve road durability but is likely to cause heavy traffic disruptions in the area.
Alternative routes for commuters
Authorities have suggested several diversions to ease congestion:
- Outer Ring Road (ORR) to Koramangala: Use the Agara Flyover upper ramp and proceed via 19th Main Road or 14th Main Road to bypass the affected stretch.
- Towards Automart: Vehicles can take a U-turn under the railway flyover near Carmelaram Junction to avoid the closed section.
- Residents near Iblur Junction: Use the Wipro Link Road, which can cut travel time by nearly 38% during peak hours.
Commuters are advised to plan ahead, use navigation apps for real-time traffic updates, consider carpooling, and follow official traffic advisories.
Festive season adds to congestion
The ongoing Navratri and Durga Puja celebrations at Palace Grounds are expected to increase traffic, particularly on Bellary Road, until October 2. The combination of roadwork and festival traffic is likely to create bottlenecks in key areas.
Conclusion
While the white-topping work on Sarjapur Road will improve long-term commuting conditions, commuters are advised to take alternative routes, allow extra travel time, and stay updated on traffic advisories to minimize delays during the closure period.