Heat Impact: 31 Traffic Signals On Blinker Mode For 2 Hrs Nagpur city authorities have implemented a temporary measure to mitigate the effects of extreme summer heat on motorists. Starting from Sunday, April 19, 31 key traffic signals across the city will operate in blinker mode between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. This decision was announced by DCP (Traffic) Lohit Matani through a press release, which emphasized the initiative’s goal of reducing prolonged waiting times at intersections during peak afternoon hours. The move is part of a broader effort to enhance road safety and manage traffic flow under challenging weather conditions. The affected junctions include prominent locations such as Ladies Club Square, GPO Square, Shri Mohini Complex Square, VCA Square, Kannamwar Square, Raja Rani Square, Dharampeth Y-point, Vivekanand Nagar Square, Bhole Petrol Pump Square, Agyaram Devi Square, Telephone Exchange Square, Kamal Square, TB Ward Square, Neri T-point, Bajaj Nagar Square, Jaitala Bazar Square, Khamla Square, Bhende Layout Square, and Deonagar Square. Motorists have been instructed to adhere strictly to the "Stop, Look and Go" rule while navigating these areas during the designated time window. The initiative reflects the city’s response to rising temperatures, which have led to increased discomfort for drivers and pedestrians. By alternating signal operations, authorities aim to minimize the risk of heat-related incidents while maintaining traffic efficiency. The measure will remain in effect until further notice, pending assessments of its impact on congestion and public safety. This action underscores the growing emphasis on adaptive urban planning to address climate challenges.#nagpur_city #gpo_square #dcp_traffic_lohit_matani #ladies_club_square #shri_mohini_complex_square
Nagpur boiling: NMC to put green nets at signals Nagpur: With temperatures already surpassing 42°C in the city, the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has revived its summer heat mitigation plan, proposing the installation of green shade nets at major traffic intersections. The 65.07 lakh proposal, submitted by the traffic department, will be presented to the standing committee on April 17. The initiative aims to provide temporary relief to thousands of commuters who endure prolonged exposure to direct sunlight at busy junctions. Similar measures were implemented during the summer of 2025 at key locations such as Tukdoji Putla Square, Shankar Nagar Square, GPO Square, Akashwani Square, Indora Square, Cotton Market Square, Gandhi Putla Square, and Reshimbagh Square. At that time, the NMC engaged private decorators, spending nearly 3 lakh per junction for 45 days. These green nets served as makeshift canopies, significantly reducing heat stress for motorists and pedestrians waiting at traffic signals. However, the initiative faced challenges. Instances of nets collapsing at high-traffic intersections raised safety concerns, particularly during sudden gusts of wind or pre-monsoon weather changes. Officials have acknowledged these issues and stated that the new proposal may incorporate improved designs and sturdier installation mechanisms to prevent such incidents. Standing committee chairperson Shivani Dani Wakhare has also suggested exploring more sustainable alternatives, such as solar rooftop structures at select traffic squares. These structures could provide shade while generating renewable energy, offering a long-term solution to heat mitigation.#nagpur_municipal_corporation #shivani_dani_wakhare #tukdoji_putla_square #shankar_nagar_square #gpo_square
