Sun Dec 01 17:11:49 UTC 2024: ## Chennai’s Arasamaram Junction Chokes on Traffic Congestion
**Chennai, December 2, 2024** – The Arasamaram junction in Ramapuram, once a quiet intersection, has become a notorious traffic bottleneck in Chennai. The convergence of several major roads, including Bharathi Salai, Nesapakkam Road, and Mount Poonamallee Road, coupled with the proximity to SRM University and DLF IT Park, has created a daily commute nightmare for students and office workers alike.
The junction, located near a busy furniture market, sees a chaotic mix of college and office buses, two-wheelers, and private vehicles, leading to severe congestion, especially during peak hours. Narrow lanes and inadequate parking exacerbate the problem. Commuters report spending up to 15 minutes navigating just 200 meters, with unpredictable traffic flow causing frequent standstills.
Local businesses are also suffering. A hotel supervisor near the junction reported decreased customer traffic due to the persistent congestion. Students attending SRM University describe the daily struggle of navigating the heavy traffic on their way to campus.
A traffic constable attributed the worsening situation to ongoing Metro Rail construction on nearby Arcot Road and Mount Poonamallee Road, further diverting traffic towards the already congested junction. The authorities have yet to implement effective solutions to alleviate the traffic woes plaguing this crucial intersection in Chennai.
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