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Actually a couple of really funny scenes where some cabs came up the wrong way flashing lights and what not only to be denied that right by a lady manning the intersection there. And, Boy was she stood her ground or what ![]() Meanwhile Grpahite India signal is back to its usual long wait times right now. Last edited by pratyush6 : 24th November 2014 at 11:27. | |
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| ![]() Took the KR Puram-Phoenix-Hoodi-Graphite road to my office near RxDx. I was on a scooter and I sailed through traffic all the was up to KHT Motors near Graphite. Then within 10 minutes the traffic cleared and I made it to office. It used to take about 50 minutes on my 2 wheeler to cover the same distance. Did this in 35 minutes today. Only warning signs are the public criss-crossing to the other road to connect with Graphite. Also, I took a U-turn near the IOC petrol pump on EPIP road. Didn't see any sign for not taking a U-turn. And couple of my colleagues in car were asked to go all the way to Vaidehi to take the turn. Let's hope this works out for every one. P.S: Off Topic, I read about a group which was patching up Bangalore's road about a year back on their own. Just like what Ugly Indian does, but only filling up potholes and uneven roads. Anyone knows the name of that NGO/Group? Last edited by creative420 : 24th November 2014 at 11:46. |
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| ![]() Seeing an interesting breed of jaywalkers off late on the road. Earlier, I used to see people with their earphones plugged in, listening to music and crossing the roads at will, I thought that was bad but at least they had their eyes on the road. Off late, I see a lot of people with the earphones plugged in and then their eyes on the phone, either texting or something, but they are not even looking at the road. I mean, has technology made people this stupid? |
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| ![]() I would call this INNOVATE WAYS OF COMMITTING SUICIDE |
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| ![]() They invariably won't have the mirrors too - it's the others' responsibility to save their lives, while these nincompoops showcase their zigzag manoeuvres at break-neck speeds (pun intended) in thick traffic. |
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Now, I was supposed to save a ton of time and frustration with the train ride but that is far from the case. The train trip was manageable and I think I can do it. When I look at time saved, it is none. Besides, I need to equip myself with a bus and train pass to avoid the hassle of dealing with change. Then there is the auto ride home. If I factor the auto ride, I spend about Rs. 75-80 bucks one way and it still takes me a shade over an hour to reach home. My wife takes the train from Heelalige (Near E City) to Banaswadi every day on her way back from work. She has the cab too but the train saves a ton of time. Again, there are problems of reaching Heelalige station from her office. She is lucky as there are a bunch of colleagues who take the train so they have all booked a Chevrolet Tavera on a monthly basis to ferry them. It is quite safe too. Banaswadi is about 2km from our house. Rs. 60-80 is the minimum so I go pick her up every day. Effective travel time is still about an hour. Better than being in the cab for sure. As much as I would love to user faster, cheaper and more efficient ways to travel, this is not one that works for me that well. Last edited by sandeepmohan : 24th November 2014 at 16:58. | |
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I remember traveling in Chennai in the train for such long distance covering within a very short span of time and at the end of the day, i paid very very little for the travel. I wish we had such facilities in Bangalore. Even though the Metro may come up in future extensively, I don't think it would be cost effective like that of Chennai. Last edited by rki2007 : 24th November 2014 at 16:54. | |
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![]() Guess, the other people (like me) are scared of going anywhere near them or take evasive actions when they come close and hence they are always safe. I cannot even dream of driving around without the mirrors. | |
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| ![]() So, did the regulations at whitefiled work? I felt it worked a bit, since the traffic at Marthahalli ORR was considerably less today |
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| ![]() From the picture of the Whitefield traffic plan (Rants on Bangalore's traffic situation), look at the circled portion for Hoodi junction: When going from ITPL towards Hoodi signal, it seems possible to turn left, turn immediate right (look at the traingular portion), turn right to get back to ITPL road in other direction, then turn left towards Hoodi railway bridge/Devasandra ? Looking at the arrows there this seems possible but was this allowed today ? Bigger question is, is it even practical to change so many lanes and get on to the Devasandra road ? ![]() |
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| ![]() Had a close call just next to Nagwara lake heading towards Hebbal. I was following a canter, traffic was normal not heavy, was doing about 45-50 kmph. Just at the entrance of the Nagwara flyover the canter I was following stopped dead on its tracks and worst of all his tail lights didn't work so I was under the impression that he will move. A second later I slam the brakes knowing he's stopped, my wheels screech and started skidding, realised within the next second that a collision was apparent if I stayed on the same lane, yanked my steering wheel right and got onto the next lane that headed below the flyover. I came to a full stop a few meters after passing the canter. I signaled the canter driver and asked him what the hell happened? He said sorry boss and went on his way. I was in shock for a second then pulled myself together and moved forward. What happened was that the canter was cut of on his lane by another bus which forced him to stop. If I didn't think fast then there would have been a full frontal collision, I have ABS installed yet they couldn't prevent the wheels from skidding but I sure could steer away with control. As a note to readers and member GET a car with ABS, it will help you. Do not skip on this vital component to save some vitamin M. |
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Senior - BHPian | ![]() While the rants & appreciations continue on the newly made traffic changes at Kundanahalli junction, here is a small news that would surely make us, road users, happy. ![]() http://www.bangaloremirror.com/banga...w/45237536.cms A small excerpt: Quote:
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