Shivajinagar road in Bengaluru to be partially closed for 30 days; Check alternate routes here

From November 11, Shivajinagar's road near Shivaji Circle will close for 30 days for Namma Metro work.

Published on: Nov 10, 2024, 16:00:18 IST

By Yamini C S

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Starting Monday, i.e., November 11, one side of the road near Shivaji Circle and Jyothi Cafe in Shivajinagar will be closed for all types of vehicular movement to accommodate the ongoing Namma Metro construction by the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL), the Bengaluru traffic police said.

The Bengaluru traffic police have outlined restrictions and alternative routes to ensure continued access to the BMTC Bus Stand and minimize disruption.

This closure, expected to last for 30 days, falls within the Shivajinagar Traffic Police jurisdiction. To minimize disruptions and maintain a steady flow of traffic, authorities have announced several restrictions and alternative routes for commuters.

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Restricted Routes:

- Vehicles traveling from Balekundri towards the Shivajinagar BMTC Bus Stand via Shivaji Circle will be restricted from entering this route.

- Additionally, all vehicles coming from Shivaji Road towards Jyothi Cafe and the Shivajinagar BMTC Bus Stand will also face restrictions.

Alternative Routes:

To ensure that commuters can still access Shivajinagar and the BMTC Bus Stand with minimal inconvenience, the following alternate routes have been recommended:

1. For vehicles and buses coming from Balekundri towards Shivajinagar BMTC Bus Stand: Commuters are advised to take a left turn at the Traffic Headquarters Junction, continue along Infantry Road, and take another left at Central Street Junction to reach the BMTC Bus Stand.

2. For vehicles and buses approaching from Shivaji Road towards Shivajinagar BMTC Bus Stand: Drivers should take a right at Shivaji Circle, proceed via Venkataswamy Naidu Road, turn left at Balekundri Junction, and take another left at the Traffic Headquarters Junction. From here, they should proceed via Infantry Road, make a left at Central Street Junction, and continue towards the BMTC Bus Stand.

Authorities have requested public cooperation and understanding during this temporary closure as the metro construction progresses. For safety and smoother travel, commuters are urged to plan their routes accordingly.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Yamini C S
Yamini CS is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times with nearly six years of experience in digital journalism. She is part of the India News desk, where she works on a wide range of stories cutting across civic issues, city-based developments, politics, governance, public policy, breaking news, trending topics, and international affairs that have an impact on India. Her role involves tracking fast-moving developments, verifying information from official and on-ground sources, and presenting news in a clear, accessible format for a digital-first audience. A significant part of her work includes handling live blogs during major news events, such as elections, court verdicts, political developments, civic disruptions, protests, weather-related alerts, and unfolding national or international incidents. Through live coverage, she focuses on timely updates to help readers follow complex stories as they evolve. Before moving to the broader India News desk, Yamini was associated with the Bengaluru desk at Hindustan Times, where she extensively covered urban governance, infrastructure, traffic and transport issues, weather events, public grievances, and civic administration in the city. This experience strengthened her grounding in city reporting and sharpened her focus on citizen-centric journalism. She began her career as a correspondent with Reuters after completing a postgraduate diploma in journalism from the Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media. Her early training instilled a strong emphasis on accuracy, sourcing, and news ethics, which continue to shape her reporting style. Outside of work, Yamini enjoys reading across genres, listening to music, and spending time with her family, which help her maintain balance in a fast-paced newsroom environment.Read More

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