Mangaluru top-cop says traffic flow smoother after his department reduced Nanthoor Circle's size
Mangaluru: Mangaluru city police, in collaboration with the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), has undertaken initiative to alleviate traffic congestion and reduce accidents at Nanthoor junction, one of the city's busiest and troublesome intersections. The police commissioner, Kuldeep Jain, announced on Wednesday that the circle's size has been reduced, aiming to enhance accessibility and ensure smoother traffic flow.
Commissioner Jain revealed that the police department had been planning the circle's size reduction for a month. Additionally, the department intends to relocate the high mast light positioned in the center of the circle and make the road more level, thereby facilitating easier commute for motorists.
Regarding the proposal for constructing a flyover at the intersection, Jain acknowledged that it would be a long-term endeavor, requiring an estimated 5-6 years for completion. In the meantime, the police department will focus on implementing measures to enhance daily commuting experience based on the NHAI's recommendations, including appropriate diversions at the circle.
While there are currently no plans to implement similar changes at KPT Junction, Jain mentioned a minor issue concerning the free left turn for vehicles traveling from the Circuit House towards Udupi. This matter is related to the ongoing drainage works conducted by the Mangalore City Corporation (MCC). Once the drainage works are completed, vehicles heading to Udupi will be allowed to make a free left turn. Jain assured that discussions with the MCC are underway to expedite the work process. He also informed that widening the mouth of the road at KPT Junction has been proposed to enhance convenience and that the NHAI has been informed about this. Jain further reassured the public that the traffic signals at KPT Junction are functioning properly.
Moreover, Commissioner Jain emphasized that the police department is fully prepared to manage traffic and address any related issues during the upcoming monsoon season.
The Nanthoor junction has been notorious for several accidents that have claimed innocent lives. The recent action taken by the police department is seen as a significant relief, bringing hope for smoother and safer commuting experiences in the area.
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Bengal: On way to PM's rally, 3 mowed down by train amid dense fog
Kolkata (PTI): Three persons died and three others were injured after being hit by a train amid dense fog on Saturday, while travelling to attend Prime Minister Narendra Modi's rally at Taherpur in West Bengal's Nadia district, a senior official said.
The incident occurred between Taherpur and Badkulla railway stations under the Sealdah-Krishnanagar section of Eastern Railway, he said.
Modi, whose helicopter could not land at Taherpur due to dense fog and low visibility, condoled the death of the “BJP workers” in his virtual address from Kolkata airport.
“I have come to know that some BJP workers, while travelling to the rally, lost their lives in a rail accident. My condolences are with the families of those who have lost their loved ones, and I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured,” Modi said.
The Eastern Railway official told PTI that the incident occurred in the morning when these people, who were travelling by a bus, had stopped the vehicle and walked to the railway tracks to answer nature's call.
"While three persons died on the spot, two others with injuries were admitted to a local hospital," he said.
Another person with minor injuries was released after having been administered first aid, the official said.
The deceased have been identified as Ramprasad Ghosh (74), Shaktipada Sutradhar (55) and Gopinath Das (38).
Meanwhile, Mahua Moitra, Trinamool Congress MP from Krishnanagar constituency in Nadia district, alleged that the BJP ignored the incident and went ahead with the rally.
"Terrible tragedy hushed up at altar of @narendramodi ego. @BJP4India supporters brought from far Murshidabad for PM rally in Ranaghat today," she said in a post on X.
"4 went to answer nature's call and were killed by 31814 down local train near Taherpur. BJP ignored, blacked out & went ahead with rally," Moitra claimed.
Reacting to her remarks, the West Bengal BJP, in a post on X, asserted that the TMC "has always been adept at milking tragedies", and was being "disrespectful to the unfortunate victims of this tragedy".
The TMC alleged that BJP leaders have not shown "neither concern nor compassion" over the mishap.
"The loss of three lives in Taherpur should have united everyone in grief. But @BJP4India leaders showed neither concern nor compassion," it said in another post on X.
"At this painful moment, Smt @MamataOfficial and Shri @abhishekaitc put humanity above party lines and stood beside the families of the deceased," the party said.
TMC’s on-ground leaders promptly reached out to the grieving family members, ensuring them of help and assistance, it said.
"While Delhi’s rulers chase Bengal with arrogance, our leadership chose empathy. This is the difference between politics of power and politics of people!" the TMC added.
