National Highways Authority Of India [NHAI] — Request to regulate heavy vehicle movement at nh48, palsana chowkdi, surat, gujarat

I am writing to bring to your attention a pressing concern regarding the safety of commuters and pedestrians at Palsana Chowkdi, Surat. As you may be aware, this intersection is a critical junction for traffic movement, particularly for heavy vehicles.

The issue arises during the evening hours, specifically between 6 pm and 7 pm, when a large number of workers from nearby industries commute back home. Unfortunately, this coincides with a significant volume of heavy truck traffic, which poses a substantial risk to the safety of both vehicles and pedestrians.

The existing road infrastructure at Palsana Chowkdi is inadequate to accommodate the simultaneous passage of two heavy trucks, leading to a high likelihood of accidents. The presence of pedestrians, cyclists, and other vulnerable road users further exacerbates the risk.

In light of these concerns, I respectfully request that NHAI consider implementing a temporary restriction on heavy vehicle movement at Palsana Chowkdi, Surat, between 6 pm and 7 pm. This would greatly alleviate the risk of accidents and ensure a safer commute for all road users.

I would appreciate it if you could look into this matter urgently and take necessary steps to address this critical safety concern.