Thirumangalam Signal: Traffic Chaos Amid Metro Rail Construction

Metro Rail construction near Thirumangalam signal has exacerbated traffic congestion, frustrating commuters navigating this crucial junction connecting Anna Nagar, Mogappair, Ambattur, and Padi. Over 10,000 vehicles traverse this stretch daily, with numbers surging during peak hours and school times. Road closures and diversions through narrow lanes have intensified bottlenecks, increasing travel time by at least 10 minutes.

Despite the presence of traffic police, the small roads leading to the signal hinder smooth flow, causing gridlocks that last up to three hours. While the summer vacation offers slight relief, the impending rise in traffic calls for urgent road repairs to mitigate congestion until the Metro Rail project is completed.