Post-long weekend rush brings traffic chaos across Bengaluru

As offices reopen after holidays, key junctions including Goraguntepalya, Mekhri Circle and Majestic witness long traffic jams, leaving commuters stranded for over 20-25 minutes.

Bengaluru witnessed intense traffic congestion across several key stretches on Monday as thousands of commuters returned to the city after the long weekend and office-goers resumed work. The sudden spike in vehicle movement led to slow traffic, long queues and widespread frustration among motorists.

One of the worst-hit locations was Goraguntepalya signal, where vehicles were lined up for long distances. Commuters reported waiting for at least 25 minutes just to cross the signal, causing significant delays for those heading to offices during peak hours.

Traffic pressure was also heavy near Mekhri Circle, particularly at the CBI junction, where vehicles moved at a crawling pace. Long lines of cars and two-wheelers were seen inching forward, resembling ants in a trail. The congestion extended for more than half a kilometre, adding to commuter stress.

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The situation worsened around Majestic, one of the city’s busiest transport hubs. Slow-moving traffic led to long backups, and commuters were forced to spend extended periods stuck on the road. An ambulance was also caught in the traffic jam near Majestic, reportedly struggling for over 20 minutes to move through the congestion.

Officials and commuters attributed the traffic mess to the combined effect of people returning to Bengaluru after holidays and regular weekday office traffic. Several stretches across the city reported traffic jams extending up to 2 kilometres, leaving motorists exhausted and anxious as work hours approached.

Vehicle users were seen waiting helplessly in jams, with tempers running high due to delays. The sudden return to routine after the holiday break clearly took a toll on the city’s already strained traffic system.