Bengaluru – The South City Corporation announced on Thursday that it has identified seven key locations within its jurisdiction to temporarily park vehicles seized for illegal parking. The move prepares the ground for a city‑wide enforcement drive slated to begin on Friday, July 10, when traffic police will intensify actions against abandoned and improperly parked cars.

Why these sites matter

Commissioner K.N. Ramesh explained that the chosen sites—near Fortis Hospital on Bannerghatta Road, Ragigudda Metro Station, the defunct playground at Kadirenahalli, a two‑acre plot in AECS Layout B‑Block on Hosur Main Road, a 1.5‑acre parcel near Nyanappanahalli Bande in Vijaya Bank Layout, a two‑acre area close to Yelachenahalli Metro Station, and a space within the BTM Layout police quarters—are strategically positioned along major arteries. Their proximity to high‑traffic corridors ensures that the storage of towed vehicles will not further clog city streets.

Six new tow trucks handed to traffic police

The corporation has recently acquired six dedicated tow trucks and transferred them to the Traffic Police Department. This direct hand‑over strengthens operational coordination, allowing police to swiftly remove illegally parked vehicles and relocate them to the pre‑approved sites.

Citizen‑driven reporting via ASTraM app

To complement the physical enforcement, Bengaluru Traffic Police are urging residents to use the ‘Public Eye’ feature of the ASTraM (Automated Surveillance & Traffic Management) mobile application. By submitting real‑time photographs and location details of abandoned cars, citizens enable authorities to pinpoint violations quickly and act before congestion worsens.

Implications for urban mobility

Urban planning experts view this initiative as a template for smart‑city traffic management. If public participation remains high, Bengaluru could see measurable reductions in road blockages, emissions, and accident risk—outcomes that align with the city’s broader sustainability goals. Moreover, the data gathered through ASTraM could inform future policy, helping other Indian metros adopt similar tech‑enabled enforcement frameworks.