BJP's Tejasvi Surya Pushes for Sustainable Traffic Solutions in Bengaluru

Tejasvi Surya, BJP MP, emphasizes bipartisan support for Bengaluru's Peripheral Ring Road to tackle traffic woes while opposing the costly Tunnel Road initiative. Surya calls for enhanced public transport and futuristic pedestrian infrastructure, urging political cooperation to prioritize sustainable mobility for the city's future.

BJP MP Tejasvi Surya on Tuesday advocated for bipartisan support on key infrastructure projects like the Peripheral Ring Road (PRR) to alleviate Bengaluru's traffic issues, aligning with Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar.

While stressing the importance of political scrutiny, Surya criticized the proposed Tunnel Road initiative for its lack of long-term benefits, urging the government to prioritize public transportation instead.

Surya conveyed the need for world-class pedestrian infrastructure and contractor accountability while promoting public transport as the sustainable solution for reducing traffic congestion in Bengaluru.

(With inputs from agencies.)