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NHAI Enforces Ban on Slow-Moving Vehicles on Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway
Starting August 1, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has implemented a ban on slow-moving vehicles, including two-wheelers and autorickshaws, from using the Bengaluru-Mysuru expressway (NH-275). The decision comes as part of the NHAI's efforts to enhance safety and streamline traffic on the busy expressway.
As per a notification issued by NHAI, the movement of high-speed vehicles on the Bengaluru-Mysuru expressway poses a risk to comparatively slow-moving vehicles such as bikes, autos, tractors, and non-motorized vehicles. To mitigate potential safety concerns, the NHAI has prohibited six categories of vehicles from using the main carriageways of the expressway.
The affected categories of vehicles include motorcycles, scooters, three-wheelers including e-carts and e-rickshaws, non-motorized vehicles, tractors with or without trailers, multi-axle hydraulic trailer vehicles, and quadricycles. However, these vehicles are allowed to use the service roads built along the expressway.
An NHAI official explained that the ban was introduced to ensure the safety of slow-moving vehicles, which could be vulnerable to high-speed traffic and speed differentials. The prohibition is based on the powers vested in NHAI under section 35 of 'The Control of National Highways (land and Traffic) Act 2022'.
The Bengaluru-Mysuru expressway, a six-lane fully access-controlled highway, spans 118 km and has significantly reduced travel time between the two cities in Karnataka to just 75 minutes. The corridor features several key infrastructural elements, including four rail overbridges, nine major bridges, 40 minor bridges, 89 underpasses and overpasses, and the implementation of traffic calming measures.
The NHAI's decision to enforce speed limits for various categories of motor vehicles on the expressway further emphasizes its commitment to road safety. The speed limits range between 80 km/h and 100 km/h, ensuring a smoother flow of traffic while minimizing risks for all road users.
The move comes after the NHAI's committee of road safety experts conducted a comprehensive safety inspection of the Bengaluru-Mysuru Access Controlled Highway, which was opened to traffic in March 2023. The highway has been instrumental in enhancing connectivity and easing travel between the two cities, offering a seamless commuting experience for residents and travelers alike.
With the implementation of this ban, the NHAI aims to strike a balance between high-speed vehicles and slower-moving modes of transport, creating a safer and more efficient travel environment on the bustling Bengaluru-Mysuru expressway. The new regulations will play a crucial role in promoting road safety and enhancing the overall commuting experience for all road users.
