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Bengaluru man’s three hour ORR commute highlights city’s traffic nightmare and severe congestion

A Bengaluru resident's viral social media post highlighted the city's severe traffic congestion on the Outer Ring Road, where he spent over three hours for a short commute. This incident underscores Bengaluru's ranking as the world's second most congested city, with rush hour delays significantly impacting travel times due to…

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Bengaluru ORR upgrade: Traffic jams will worsen on Silk Board to KR Pura road as redevelopment to start soon; Key traffic hotspots and alternative routes

Bengaluru ORR Upgrade: Bengaluru’s already-stretched Outer Ring Road (ORR) tech corridor is about to enter what could become one of its most difficult traffic phases in years. A massive Rs 378-crore concretisation project from Silk Board to KR Pura is expected to begin soon, with officials warning that construction could…

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Kisan Congress demands probe into HMDA layouts

Kodanda Reddy demands inquiry into HMDA layouts approved by previous government, accuses BRS leaders of encroachments and corruption.

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MCC to register criminal case against debris dumpers

Mysuru City Corporation warns legal action against those dumping construction debris on Outer Ring Road, threatening city's beauty.

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One died, four injured in a car crash on Narsingi ORR

Tragic car accident in Hyderabad leaves one dead and four injured, driver allegedly drunk, investigation ongoing.

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Fixing the mobility mess in Bengaluru

Radha said, “The government should focus on improving the last-mile connectivity to make public transport more attractive.”Bengaluru commuters rely on metro for last-mile connectivity, but inadequate first- and last-mile access has led to increased use of private vehicles. The Shakti scheme and #Personal2Public campaign have been successful in encouraging public…

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With fully operational Purple Line, many prefer metro to personal vehicle

Bengaluru commuters rejoice as Purple Line brings relief: IT professionals on ORR benefit from improved connectivity, BMTC feeder buses, and #Personal2Public campaign, leading to smoother daily routine and reduced traffic congestion.

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ORR records 25% more vehicles on Wednesday

The city traffic police resorted to quick measures to ensure smooth follow of traffic after Outer Ring Road (ORR) recorded 20% to 25% increase in vehicles The stretch is back in the spotlight after massive traffic snarls were witnessed on September 26.

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After heavy congestion on Bengaluru’s Outer Ring Road, traffic police plan remedial measures

Following unusual traffic congestion on September 27 along Bengaluru’s tech corridor, Outer Ring Road (ORR), the Bengaluru Traffic Police and Outer Ring Road Companies Association (ORRCA) have introduced measures to alleviate the situation. These measures involve imposing a ban on heavy vehicular traffic movement from 7.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m.,…

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NHAI to widen four road underbridges at ORR to ease traffic movement

After almost a decade, ORR lacunae to be filled in 6 months. NHAI to take up works under Setu Bandhan scheme with Central Road Infrastructure Development Funding. Underpass near Crawford Hall to eliminate traffic bottleneck. Deadline for all works is 6 months.

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Double Decker buses to be back on Bengaluru’s roads

-BMTC has begun the process of calling tenders for the procurement of 10 double-decker buses. -These buses will be exclusively deployed on the Outer Ring Roads (ORR) to ensure a smoother and safer commute for passengers. -The Department of Urban Land Transport (DULT) and the National Clean Air Programme will…

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Unending ‘alignment issues’ bog connectivity projects in Mysuru

Mysuru's infra projects delayed, cost escalated due to alignment issues. Airport expansion, track electrification, Outer Ring Road, railway track doubling all affected. Solution being mooted is 'realignment' of Mysuru-Nanjangud railway track. Peripheral Ring Road completion of DPR & survey to reveal alignment issues & solutions.

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HAML floats tenders to prepare project reports for 12 metro corridors of 278 km

The last date for submission of tenders is August 28 and consultancy agencies will be selected early next month.

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National Highway development: Kerala ready to waive GST share, royalty on construction material, CM tells Gadkari

Kerala to waive GST, royalty on construction materials for NH projects. CM Vijayan requested Union Minister Gadkari to exempt State's share of land acquisition cost for two projects. State also ready to waive GST, royalty on ORR project if Centre shoulders full land acquisition cost. No assurance given, but State…

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Second phase of metro rail, covering 67.5 km, to cost ₹17,150 crore

Govt to focus on 67.5 km, 42 stations for HMR Phase 2 expansion. Cost of ₹17,150 cr; Old City line work to take off soon. Plan to cover nearby villages/towns, ORR with metro lines. HMR Phase 3 (a) 142 km, 68 stations; (b) 136 km, 165 stations. Total metro network…

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Speed limit on ORR raised to 120 kmph, citizens rejoice

Until now, speed limits on ORR were 80 kmph on two lanes, and 100 kmph on two more, which are painted on the road.

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Smart City Mission - Cycle for change campaign to pick up pace in IT corridors of Bengaluru

Cycle for Change Campaign, a programme that enables bicycling for last-mile connectivity, and completes trips by white-collared commuters to their offices, is prepared to take the wheel in Bengaluru and transform the obstacles brought on by traffic congestion.

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CII’s clean-plastic drive conducted along ORR in Mysuru

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), Mysuru chapter conducted a large-scale plastic cleanup drive along the Outer Ring Road on Sunday, June 4.

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Revanth asks Telangana Govt to cancel ORR lease, claims company failed to pay 10% lease amount

Telangana Congress chief, Revanth Reddy demands the cancellation of ORR lease as the company failed to pay 10% lease amount as per the contract

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Kishan Reddy smells a rat in ORR toll contract to private firm

Terms awarding of ₹7,380-crore contract for 30-year period a ‘daylight scam’ by the BRS government; also questions delay in announcing highest bidder

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BJP demands cancellation of ORR contract

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Rain intensity reduces on Thursday in Bengaluru, but flooding continues on ORR

Despite the intensity of the rains reducing in Bengaluru on Thursday, the Outer Ring Road was still flooded, making it difficult for motorists

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Metro works come to a halt on ORR after heavy rains

M.D says heavy rain impacted traction and signalling work of Whitefield line which has December deadline for opening

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Bengaluru rains: Outer Ring Road completely inundated after overnight heavy downpour

Traffic movement was crippled on ORR due to water from Savalakere lake overflowing into a nearby drain following incessant rains, resulting in flooding on the roads

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