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Hyderabad: The newly reopened Tarnaka Junction has become a big problem for commuters. Drivers are facing heavy traffic jams because the construction work is not finished and the traffic signals are not working properly. Frustrated residents and travelers are asking the authorities to fix the situation quickly.
After almost ten years, Tarnaka Junction was opened to the public on a trial basis. However, instead of making travel easier, it has caused more trouble. Many commuters say it now takes 15-30 minutes just to pass through the area. Tarnaka Junction is an important spot that connects major roads like Osmania University Road, Habsiguda Main Road, Secunderabad Road, and Lalapet Road. But because the roads are incomplete and the traffic signals are poorly managed, traffic gets stuck often.
Some commuters shared their disappointment, saying they had expected smoother travel after the reopening. They pointed out that the free left turn from Osmania University towards Secunderabad has not been widened yet, creating major traffic bottlenecks, especially during busy hours.
Similarly, the free left turn from Habsiguda towards Osmania University is still narrow and congested. People are also worried because there is no right-turn option from Habsiguda towards Lalapet, making it hard for local commuters and emergency vehicles to move easily. In addition, the current signal timings cause long waits and confusion among drivers. Experts suggest that the green signal should last at least 50 seconds and the red signal 150 seconds to improve the flow.
Syed Khaled Shah Chishti Hussaini, Secretary of the United Federation of Residents Welfare Association, said that problems existed even when the junction was closed, and reopening it has not helped much. He urged the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) to prioritize widening the left turns from Osmania University to Secunderabad and from Habsiguda to Osmania University. He also recommended adding better right-turn options, clear road markings, signboards, and proper traffic signals. Additionally, he suggested conducting a detailed traffic study during both peak and non-peak hours to better manage traffic.
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