(Report- Hooria Rashid)
Mango, one of Jamshedpur’s busiest localities with a population of over two lakh, is reeling under crippling traffic congestion. A surge in vehicles, narrow arterial roads, and ongoing construction blockages have turned everyday commuting into a test of patience for students, office-goers, and even emergency responders.
For residents, long delays have become routine. One commuter shared that traveling just 6 km during peak hours now takes more than an hour. Another recounted being stranded for over an hour in scorching heat on the 2 km stretch from Mango Bridge. School routines are disrupted, workers arrive late, and a particularly grim incident saw a five-hour gridlock that even trapped ambulances and emergency vehicles.
Encroachment by street vendors, illegal parking by autos and long-distance buses, and poor traffic awareness have only worsened the situation. Social media users echo the frustration, with one comment noting, “The traffic from the Mango over-bridge construction is stressing people out.” Heavy vehicles frequently add to the chaos by blocking key stretches with improper parking.
The Mango traffic mess reflects the broader challenges of urban growth—rising populations, strained infrastructure, and inadequate traffic management. The much-awaited Mango-Sakchi flyover is being seen as a lifeline that could ease movement and restore public confidence. But its success will depend on strict traffic enforcement, proper regulation of roadside commerce, and long-term urban planning. If completed on time and paired with effective governance, the flyover could indeed transform commuting life in Jamshedpur.
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