Ravi Nagar Square Gridlocked As Pvt Buses, Food Stalls Clog Road A major traffic bottleneck has emerged at Ravi Nagar Square, a critical junction on Nagpur’s Amravati Road, as residents report persistent issues of illegal parking, roadside encroachments, and sanitation problems. The area has become a daily source of frustration for commuters, with private vehicles and buses parking along the roadside, reducing available space during peak hours. Local residents have accused authorities of failing to address the growing chaos, which has worsened over the past several months. Rajendra Deshmukh, a resident of the area, highlighted the situation, stating that private cars and buses are routinely parked next to the Ravi Nagar bus stop, causing traffic jams and financial losses for the MSRTC (Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation). “This problem has persisted for months, but authorities are yet to take any action,” Deshmukh said. He added that the encroachment has disrupted the flow of traffic, particularly during office and college hours, when students travel to the Nagpur University (NU) campus via the same route. The congestion is compounded by the presence of roadside food stalls and hawkers, which further obstruct pedestrian pathways. Kavita Shah, another resident, pointed out that the lack of proper sanitation facilities has led to open urination in the area, creating a foul smell and hygiene crisis. “Despite barricades and mesh fencing, people continue to urinate near eateries, and the stench is unbearable, especially during evenings,” she said. Pedestrians are forced to walk on the main carriageway, increasing the risk of accidents amid heavy traffic. Residents have also raised concerns about the safety of pedestrians.#nagpur_university #msrtc #ravi_nagar_square #nagpur_amravati_road #rajendra_deshmukh
