Bengaluru police to restart towing of vehicles in 100 areas: Check new traffic advisory

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Bengaluru Traffic Police (BTP) will restart towing vehicles parked in no-parking zones across 22 high-density corridors and 75 major junctions, including key areas in the Central Business District (CBD). The move aims to improve traffic discipline and prevent congestion caused by illegal parking.

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Government Justifies Policy Reintroduction

Home Minister G. Parameshwara announced the decision on Wednesday during the inauguration of the Bengaluru Traffic Police Museum at the city's Traffic Management Centre. «Towing was previously in place but was discontinued for various reasons. However, there has been a demand for its return, and the government has decided to reintroduce it in specific areas,» he stated.

Previous Suspension and Policy Changes

Bengaluru had suspended its towing policy in February 2022 following complaints from motorists about alleged harassment by towing personnel. At that time, the government assured that towing would remain on hold until a revised policy was introduced.

Traffic Rules Modified for Cubbon Park

The Home Minister also addressed the decision to allow vehicles inside Cubbon Park on certain days. Earlier, traffic was restricted inside the park on second and fourth Saturdays, as well as on designated public holidays. Under the revised policy, vehicles will now be allowed between 7 PM and 10 PM on