NHAI Sparks Debate on Speed Breaker Removal
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NHAI Sparks Debate on Speed Breaker Removal

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has ignited a debate with its decision to remove speed breakers on the service road of NH-16. The move has triggered discussions among residents and officials regarding its implications for road safety and traffic management.

NHAI's decision to eliminate speed breakers on the service road of NH-16 has divided opinions among stakeholders. While some argue that removing speed breakers will improve traffic flow and reduce accidents, others express concerns about the potential risks posed to pedestrians and cyclists, especially in densely populated areas.

Proponents of the speed breaker removal emphasise the importance of maintaining a smooth and uninterrupted flow of traffic on national highways to enhance efficiency and safety. They believe that eliminating speed breakers will streamline vehicular movement and minimise delays for commuters travelling along NH-16.

However, critics of NHAI's decision argue that speed breakers serve as essential traffic calming measures, particularly in areas with high pedestrian activity or near residential neighbourhoods. They caution that the removal of speed breakers could lead to an increase in speeding vehicles, posing a threat to road users' safety.

The debate surrounding NHAI's decision underscores the complex considerations involved in road infrastructure management and traffic regulation. As discussions continue, stakeholders are urged to weigh the potential benefits of speed breaker removal against its possible drawbacks and explore alternative solutions to ensure both traffic efficiency and road safety along NH-16's service road.

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The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has ignited a debate with its decision to remove speed breakers on the service road of NH-16. The move has triggered discussions among residents and officials regarding its implications for road safety and traffic management. NHAI's decision to eliminate speed breakers on the service road of NH-16 has divided opinions among stakeholders. While some argue that removing speed breakers will improve traffic flow and reduce accidents, others express concerns about the potential risks posed to pedestrians and cyclists, especially in densely populated areas. Proponents of the speed breaker removal emphasise the importance of maintaining a smooth and uninterrupted flow of traffic on national highways to enhance efficiency and safety. They believe that eliminating speed breakers will streamline vehicular movement and minimise delays for commuters travelling along NH-16. However, critics of NHAI's decision argue that speed breakers serve as essential traffic calming measures, particularly in areas with high pedestrian activity or near residential neighbourhoods. They caution that the removal of speed breakers could lead to an increase in speeding vehicles, posing a threat to road users' safety. The debate surrounding NHAI's decision underscores the complex considerations involved in road infrastructure management and traffic regulation. As discussions continue, stakeholders are urged to weigh the potential benefits of speed breaker removal against its possible drawbacks and explore alternative solutions to ensure both traffic efficiency and road safety along NH-16's service road.

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