Commissioner of Police, Bhushan Borase, conducted a detailed inspection of Fort Road Belagavi, following a meeting with local traders to address persistent traffic congestion in the area. The meeting, held at Bharatesh College, saw active participation from traders who highlighted multiple causes behind the worsening situation.
Post discussions, the Commissioner inspected the stretch on foot from Bharatesh College to Majestic Hotel, reviewing bottlenecks firsthand. He assured traders and residents that practical solutions would be worked out soon.
Traders suggested removing the central road divider to ease traffic flow and proposed implementing a one-way system or deploying permanent traffic personnel. Unregulated parking on both sides of the road was flagged as a major contributor to congestion, with demands for stricter enforcement.
Concerns were also raised over barricades near Globe Theatre, which currently divert vehicles toward Channamma Circle. Traders urged reconsideration of this arrangement to reduce pressure on the route.
Sharad Patil also pointed out that congestion peaks during festive seasons and worsens in monsoon due to waterlogging on Fort Road, urging authorities to implement immediate and comprehensive measures.