India, Oct. 21 -- A Bengaluru resident took to social media platform X, describing a rare, smooth commute that reminded him of the city's less congested past. The commuter travelled from Jayanagar to Sadashivnagar in just 25 minutes, a journey that usually takes him 40 minutes on his two-wheeler.

"This morning felt like a lost dream, what a beautiful-beautiful day," he wrote on platform X. Instead of his usual two-wheeler, the man decided to take his car and enjoyed a calm, music-filled drive. "I listened to music, drove calmly, smiled throughout," he added, reflecting a rare moment of peace during Bengaluru's notoriously heavy traffic hours.

Bengaluru often faces severe traffic congestion, especially during peak hours. Commuters freque...