The Belagavi Police Commissionerate has identified four new traffic black spots in and around the city as part of its ongoing campaign to reduce road accidents. These include accident-prone stretches and dangerous curves at Sambara, Marihal, and Kardiguddi, which have now been officially marked for urgent corrective measures.
Police Commissioner Bhushan Borse, in a press release, stated that a detailed report has been prepared in collaboration with experts from the Gogte Institute of Technology (GIT). The report will soon be submitted to the National Highways Authority and the Public Works Department for necessary improvements.
The stretch near Badekollamath on the Bagewadi route has recently seen a spike in accidents. In response, precautionary steps have already been taken, including enhanced monitoring and immediate accident-control measures.
As part of the study, officials reviewed road width, vehicle speed, traffic density, pedestrian issues, and past accident records. CCTV footage and feedback from local residents were also analyzed to create a comprehensive safety plan.
The Commissioner assured that with timely action by the authorities and cooperation from citizens, Belagavi can move closer to the goal of becoming an accident-free city.
Recommendations for HORIZONTAL CURVE at KARADIGUDDI
1.Speed must be restricted to 30kmph throughout the descending terrain and proper sign boards must be installed as per MoRT&H specifications.
2. It is suggested to install flashing lights, facing towards ghat section, to mitigate descending speed.
3. Road markings and Raised Pavement Markers (RPMs), cat’s eyes/ road studs, and traffic delineators must be installed throughout the length of the curve.
4. Series of rumble strips must be laid on both sides of the curve to mitigate over speeding on the curve
Recommendations for HORIZONTAL CURVE NEAR SAMBRA
1. Speed must be restricted to maximum of 60kmph throughout the length of the curve and proper sign boards must be installed as per MoRT&H specifications.
2. It is suggested to install flashing lights at starting point of the curve. Two flashing lights must be installed at edges of Approach Road.
3. Replace the existing guard rails with updated type of guard rail
4. Series of rumble strips must be laid on both sides of the curve to mitigate over speeding on the curve.
5. A speed breaker and cautionary sign board of “Halt and Proceed” must be installed on Approach Road.