Bengaluru traffic police to introduce right-lane driving system
Bengaluru's traffic police are considering a pilot of an American-style right-lane driving system at busy city junctions to help untangle the city's infamous traffic jams.
The idea is to let vehicles entering and exiting the city move more smoothly, especially at spots like Goraguntepalya, Jalahalli Circle, and Nayandahalli.
Director-General MA Saleem explains the plan
Director-General MA Saleem explained that vehicles coming in from Tumakuru can use a dedicated right lane to avoid regular stops, making exits faster and keeping incoming traffic steady on less crowded roads.
This setup aims to prevent bottlenecks in the central business district by prioritizing smoother exits.
Pilot under consideration; no evidence of an existing long-running installation
There is no evidence in the source that the system is already in place near Garuda Mall or elsewhere.
The Bengaluru Traffic Police is considering and studying a pilot of the right-lane driving system as of March 9, 2026; the source does not report a long-running, already-implemented 400-meter stretch or free right-turns to Dsouza Circle without stopping.
The tweak could help you zip through intersections
If you're tired of wasting time stuck in Bengaluru traffic, this could be a game changer.
The police hope this simple tweak will ease intersection chaos and cut down your commute—likely with limited infrastructure changes rather than full road conversions.