Traffic woes: Cyberabad cops push for staggered work hours, carpooling

Hyderabad: To combat crippling traffic congestions, The IT/ITES companies and offices in the Cyberabad area have been advised to adopt staggered work timings and carpooling among other strategies.

The Society for Cyberabad Security Council (SCSC), in collaboration with the Cyberabad Traffic Police, organised a cluster meeting with IT/ITES companies in the Phoenix Infocity area of Gachibowli and Sattva Knowledge City in Raidurgam.

These meetings were chaired by D Joel Davis, IPS, joint commissioner of police (Traffic) Cyberabad. The primary agenda of the meeting was to discuss effective strategies for traffic decongestion in the bustling IT corridor.

During the meeting, Joel Davis and Ramesh Kaza, general secretary of SCSC, along with officers from Cyberabad Traffic Police and SCSC outlined their initiatives to improve traffic flow in the IT hub.

They emphasised the importance of collaborative efforts between law enforcement agencies and corporate entities to address the growing traffic challenges.

Key points discussed during the meeting include:

Staggered Work Timings: The traffic police urged companies to consider implementing staggered work timings for their employees. By spreading out the rush hour traffic, congestion during peak hours can be significantly reduced.

Deployment of Traffic Marshals: To enhance traffic management, the SCSC has provided 50 traffic marshals, while Raheja MindSpace has contributed an additional 30 traffic marshals. These trained personnel will assist in regulating traffic flow and ensuring smoother movement within the IT campuses.

Carpooling: The team emphasised the importance of carpooling to reduce traffic congestion, lower carbon emissions, and promote sustainable commuting practices.

Centralised Transport System: The officers discussed the implementation of a centralised transport system to streamline public transportation, improve efficiency and enhance connectivity across different regions.

Crisis Management Drill: They highlighted the need for regular crisis management drills to ensure preparedness and effective response during emergencies.

The collaborative efforts between the Cyberabad Traffic Police, SCSC and IT/ITES companies aim to create a more efficient and sustainable traffic system in the IT corridor. By implementing these strategies, the goal is to enhance the overall commuting experience for employees and residents alike.