Archive · 11 Dec 2025
Unauthorized Bus Stops Cause Gridlock in Guwahati
In Guwahati, unauthorized bus stops and random vehicle stops are causing big traffic jams.
The Jalukbari flyover, which was supposed to make traffic better, is now one of the worst places for traffic.
Buses and auto rickshaws stop wherever they want, making it hard for people to get around.
Commuters are frustrated because the traffic police don't do much to stop these illegal stops.
The problem is so bad that it's making people's daily trips longer and more expensive.
Studies show that traffic is slow all over the city, and many people avoid busy areas because of the traffic.
The traffic police say they don't have enough people to manage the traffic, and the traffic lights aren't helping either.
Everyone agrees that something needs to be done to fix this problem.
Unauthorized bus stops and random vehicle stops are causing severe traffic congestion in Guwahati, particularly at the Jalukbari flyover and Khanapara.
Commuters blame the lack of enforcement by traffic police for the worsening traffic situation.
City buses, auto rickshaws, and e-rickshaws are major contributors to the congestion by stopping wherever they find space.
Traffic personnel acknowledge insufficient personnel and poorly designed traffic signals as major issues.
The economic burden of daily gridlock is significant, with transport costs consuming 10.13% of the average commuter's monthly income.
- Who
- Commuters, traffic personnel, public transport operators, city residents
- What
- Unauthorized bus stops and random vehicle stops causing severe traffic congestion
- When
- Ongoing issue, worsened in recent months
- Where
- Guwahati, particularly at Jalukbari flyover and Khanapara
- Why
- Lack of enforcement by traffic police, insufficient personnel, and disregard for traffic rules by public transport operators
- Location
- Guwahati, India
- Date
- December 11, 2023
- Main Issue
- Unauthorized bus stops and random vehicle stops causing traffic congestion
- Key Areas Affected
- Jalukbari flyover, Khanapara
- Major Contributors to Congestion
- City buses, auto rickshaws, e-rickshaws, trucks, and trekkers
- Traffic Personnel Feedback
- 68% admit insufficient personnel for traffic management
- Economic Impact
- Transport costs consume 10.13% of monthly income for average commuter