Cyberabad Traffic Police are developing 10 free left-turn lanes and five dedicated U-turns to reduce traffic congestion across the city [1], [2].
The project aims to streamline vehicle movement at high-traffic intersections. By separating left-turning traffic from the main signal flow, the city hopes to decrease idling times and prevent bottlenecks during peak commuting hours.
Officials said that the initiative focuses on key junctions in Cyberabad, Hyderabad, located in the state of Telangana [1], [2]. The construction of 10 free left lanes is intended to allow vehicles to bypass signals when turning left, which reduces the volume of cars waiting for a green light [1].
In addition to the left turns, the police are implementing five dedicated U-turns [1], [2]. These designated areas are designed to organize the flow of vehicles attempting to reverse direction, reducing erratic driving and collisions at busy intersections.
The infrastructure updates are part of a broader effort to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion at key junctions [1], [2]. The police have not yet specified a completion date for all 15 planned modifications.
Local authorities said the changes are necessary to accommodate the growing volume of vehicles in the tech-heavy region of Hyderabad. The strategic placement of these lanes and turns is expected to create a more predictable traffic pattern for daily commuters.
“Cyberabad Traffic Police are developing 10 free left-turn lanes and five dedicated U-turns”
This infrastructure shift indicates a move toward 'de-signaling' certain movements to increase throughput. By removing left-turning vehicles from the primary signal cycle, the city can effectively increase the green-light time for straight-through traffic, potentially reducing the overall commute time in one of India's fastest-growing tech hubs.
