THE Jabalpur Municipal Corporation (JMC) has conducted a joint drive on 11 major routes and several busy left-turn points in the city to ease traffic congestion. Senior officials said the removal of temporary structures and roadside stalls has brought major relief to daily commuters.

 

The cleared left-turn lanes have helped streamline vehicle movement and increased overall traffic speed. Officials said the antiencroachment squad conducted the drive on Chhoti LineGwarighat Route, Sai Mandir-ITI road, Deendayal Chowk-Ukhari, Ghantaghar-Malviya Chowk, Chhoti Line-Medical Road, Gohalpur to Adhartal, Suhagi, Pantynaka-Tilhari, Dhanvantri Nagar to Bypass, Super MarketBada Fuhara, Niwarganj, JEC to Jhanda Chowk, Bada Patthar and Vijaynagar Haat Bazaar Road.

 

Municipal Commissioner Ramprakash Ahirwar said the drive has made travel safer for citizens. Earlier, narrow passages created by illegal structures often forced vehicles into dangerous spots. With removal of the illegal structures, accident risk has come down. Clearing roadside stalls has also reduced dust and air pollution, offering clear environmental relief in several areas.

 

He said citizens have welcomed the changes and expressed satisfaction with the improved traffic flow. Ahirwar said the drive is being carried out entirely for public interest and will continue. He appealed to residents to co-operate with the administration and avoid creating fresh encroachments so that the city remains orderly and safe.