India, May 29 -- In a proactive move to address rising traffic congestion, Thane traffic police officers have been instructed to fill potholes themselves and not wait for the concerned civic authorities to do the needful. The aim is to prevent traffic congestion and minor accidents caused by potholes, especially during the monsoon season, by ensuring they're immediately fixed, said a police officer.

Thane is currently grappling with severe traffic congestion, particularly on Ghodbunder Road, which has been affected by ongoing road repairs and metro construction work. Commuters are facing long delays, frustration, and disruptions to their daily routines.

Similarly, the Mumbai-Nashik highway, especially the Bhiwandi stretch, continues to ...