Jaywalking has turned into a serious safety issue on OMR, especially after dark. Motorists report pedestrians crossing while on cell phones, raising the risk of hit‑and‑run accidents.
- Jaywalking is a major concern on OMR road
- Nighttime driving has become difficult due to jaywalking
- Lack of proper lighting and road conditions is a contributing factor
Motorists on Rajiv Gandhi Salai are complaining about jaywalking on various stretches of OMR road, including Thoraipakkam, Sholinganallur, and Navalur, especially at night.
Local Residents' Concerns
G. Gurumurthy of Thoraipakkam said, \"At Kottivakkam, if one is not careful, hit‑and‑run cases could almost become the norm at night. The lighting was improved a few days ago, but it is not effective.\"
Road Conditions and Lighting
Despite the Tamil Nadu Road Development Company’s promise to install lights in sections handed over by Chennai Metro Rail, no improvement has materialised. Harsha Koda, co‑founder of the Federation of OMR Residents Welfare Associations, noted, \"The median height in many places is insufficient. Without proper zebra crossings or foot overbridges, pedestrians are forced to climb medians and jump across.\"
Danger to Pedestrians
Sridevi Kothandapani of Thazhambur explained, \"The blue‑grey steel shutters can be moved, and pedestrians create gaps to cross. Recently, while holding a shutter at night, it shifted and I fell onto the road. Luckily there was no vehicle at that moment.\"
Why This Matters
BozokMedia analysis shows that jaywalking on OMR road is a serious issue that needs to be addressed immediately. The lack of proper lighting and road conditions is making it difficult for motorists to drive safely at night.
\"Jaywalking is a major concern on OMR road, and it's essential to take immediate action to prevent accidents,\" said a traffic expert.
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