Mysore/Mysuru, Nov. 30 -- Activists push for scientific study before flyover plans

Traffic problems in Mysuru are mounting by the day and rushing to build flyovers is not a permanent cure for congestion. Instead, detailed studies on rising traffic density and meaningful alternative solutions are essential, said members of the Mysore Grahakara Parishat (MGP).

The Public Works Department (PWD) has been considering flyovers on two major stretches - JLB Road and Vinoba Road (Hunsur Road) - similar to Bengaluru, where flyovers have been used to tackle key bottlenecks.

A discussion on the pros and cons of the proposed flyovers was held last evening at the MGP office on Vivekananda Road, Yadavagiri, in the presence of Mysuru-Kodagu MP Yaduvee...