LG prompts tapping citizens to fix local traffic woes

New Delhi: Following LG T S Sandhu’s directions, a project that engages citizens to tackle local traffic issues has been launched in Delhi.Under Project Sangam (Synergistic Action & Networked Governance for Area Mobility), authorities have acted on ground-level suggestions to ease congestion and improve mobility, such as shifting an e-rickshaw stand in Karol Bagh, adjusting traffic signal timings in Model Town and deploying additional staff with crane enforcement near Hanuman Mandir and Bangla Sahib.“Rooted in the philosophy of collaborative governance, the initiative seeks to deliver citizen-centric, ground-up traffic solutions by actively involving communities in the decision-making process. By bringing together RWAs, MWAs and civic agencies such as PWD and MCD on a common platform, the project facilitates real-time resolution of issues ranging from unauthorised parking to pedestrian safety,” LG posted on X.He said 30 meetings have been conducted in areas like Connaught Place, Saket, Khan Market, Chanakyapuri, Defence Colony and Karol Bagh, engaging over 6,000 residents. Over 50 suggestions came from these, which were then placed on a central digital repository so they could be tracked. “This proactive approach ensures all stakeholders work together towards making Delhi’s roads smoother, safer and more organised,” he said.During his visit to Delhi Traffic Police headquarters on April 2, LG had directed to onboard RWAs as key partners in local traffic and parking solutions, following which Sangam was launched.An official said the meetings in various areas led to several solutions from residents concerning unauthorised parking, e-rickshaw management, wrong-lane driving and signal timing. The interventions included a one-way notification in Defence Colony, clearing encroachments and illegal parking in New Friends Colony and Rajouri Garden, and removing obstructive hoardings in Dwarka. Smaller actions like filling potholes, regulating weekly markets and addressing waterlogging complaints were also taken up.