Banashankari 3rd Stage residents demand speed breakers at dangerous road junction

Residents of Banashankari 3rd Stage in Bengaluru have raised urgent safety concerns over a highly dangerous road junction that has recently emerged as a major accident hotspot. The hazardous spot is located near the Ganesha Temple on Kathriguppe Water Tank Park Road, 2nd Cross, where locals report a series of recent accidents.

According to the neighborhood residents, the junction has become increasingly unpredictable and dangerous for daily commuters. The primary hazards identified by the community are the frequent overspeeding of vehicles passing through the area and the complete absence of any physical speed breakers to slow down the traffic.

The prevailing road conditions pose a significant threat not only to motorists but also to vulnerable road users. Local residents have pointed out that the lack of safety measures at this specific junction near the Ganesha Temple makes it highly dangerous for pedestrians, senior citizens, and young children who need to cross or walk along the road.

In response to the growing danger, the community has formally urged local authorities to take immediate action. The residents are demanding that officials conduct an in-depth, comprehensive inspection of the junction. They have specifically requested the implementation of key road safety measures, including the installation of speed breakers, the placement of warning sign boards, and other traffic-calming interventions designed to prevent future traffic incidents and potential fatalities.

The issue recently gained wider attention online following discussions on the social media platform X. In response to a post highlighting the community's safety concerns, the Bengaluru Traffic Police acknowledged the complaint. The central traffic authority confirmed that they have officially passed the matter on to the Banashankari Traffic Police division to conduct a further inquiry into the road conditions and address the residents' safety demands.