150-Second Wait, Just 20 Seconds To Cross! Colaba Residents Flag Short Traffic Signals And Severe Congestion At Regal Junction
Mumbai: Short traffic signal timings are adding to congestion at key junctions in South Mumbai, with Colaba residents alleging that motorists are left with barely enough time to cross intersections, resulting in traffic piling up and vehicles risking signal violations. Residents Flag Signal Timings The issue was raised at a meeting between residents of Colaba and Maharashtra Assembly Speaker and…
Mumbai residents in Colaba are raising concerns over inadequate traffic signals at key junctions, particularly at Regal Cinema and other locations, resulting in significant congestion and potential violations. During a meeting between Colaba residents and Maharashtra Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar, the Clean Heritage Colaba Residents’ Association (CHCRA) highlighted the issue.
CHCRA secretary Parvez Cooper stated that motorists at the Regal Cinema junction face a waiting period of approximately two-and-a-half minutes, while the green signal lasts only 20 seconds. This brief window is insufficient for vehicles to clear the intersection, with even four cars reportedly unable to cross before the signal turns red.
Motorists fear potential traffic fines due to the short signal timings. The residents also pointed out severe congestion on Colaba Causeway, a popular tourist and commercial area, especially on weekends. The short stretch from Regal Cinema to the Radio Club can take up to 30 minutes to traverse on Sundays. Double parking and the movement of vehicles through the area further exacerbate the problem.
Authorities have pledged to address these traffic management issues, including a review of signal durations, enforcement against wrong-side driving, and the improvement of footpaths and road safety.
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