Ahmedabad is witnessing a traffic transformation at Pirana Junction, where signals have been scrapped for a fluid, signal-free layout amid bridge upgrades. The Ahmedabad Traffic Police’s smart diversion is easing pains that plagued this vital hub.
Key change: Pirana People’s Road cut is closed; instead, a U-turn 100 meters ahead on Narol-Sarkhej Road handles crossings. Traffic now surges ahead unchecked, melting away former delays.
Voices from the ground tell the tale. Sajid, a longtime sufferer, said, ‘Heavy jams wasted our time daily—this diversion is a lifesaver.’ Sachin Desani agreed: ‘Routine pile-ups gone; the U-turn setup ensures steady flow.’
The benefits ripple out: Faster construction, less idling, and conserved resources. DCP Naresh Kanjaria affirmed, ‘This experimental closure streamlines vehicles, yielding marked jam reductions.’
With Pirana proving the concept, phased signal removals loom for other roads. CM Bhupendra Patel’s vision includes expansive flyovers and corridors to eradicate congestion and supercharge public transit, heralding relief for all road users.