Ludhiana, June 17 -- On several busy intersections across the city, outdated traffic light structures have become a growing cause of concern for motorists and pedestrians alike. Though replaced by new, functional signal poles, the old, rusting frames still stand tall, often just a few feet away creating serious visibility issues and contributing to daily traffic chaos.

At key junctions, such as Bhai Bala Chowk and Mata Rani Chowk among others, the defunct structures remain untouched. In many instances, these outdated poles are installed dangerously close to the newly operational traffic signals. As a result, commuters, especially those unfamiliar with the city, struggle to spot the working signals on time, leading to sudden braking, conf...