Monsoon, new academic year worsen traffic congestion in Kozhikode
Kozhikode city is facing severe traffic congestion due to the southwest monsoon and the start of the new academic year. Ongoing roadworks and poor traffic management are exacerbating the situation, particularly at key junctions. Motorists are experiencing longer detours and increased delays as construction continues in various areas.
- ▪Traffic congestion in Kozhikode has worsened due to the southwest monsoon and the new academic year.
- ▪Ongoing construction at Malaparamba Junction and other arterial roads is contributing to the traffic issues.
- ▪The lack of traffic signals and poor adherence to traffic rules are major factors in the congestion.
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With the southwest monsoon and the new academic year approaching, commuting through Kozhikode city has become increasingly difficult owing to poorly managed roadworks, broken signals, and rampant parking violations.An official attached to the Motor Vehicles department (MVD) attributed part of the problem to the ongoing construction at Malaparamba Junction and adjoining arterial roads. The area has witnessed work related to National Highways 66 and 766 and is also part of the Malaparamba-Mananchira road project, envisioned as a long-term solution to traffic issues.The junctions at Mavoor Road, Eranhipalam, Thondayad, the Karikkamkulam-Karaparamba stretch, and the Ramanattukara service road often witness traffic snarls even during non-peak hours.
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