The footpath along Rajiv Gandhi Salai is misused as motorcyclists drive over the pedestrian facility, especially during rush-hours. It is commonly found near the foot-over bridge near Ramanujan IT City, Thiruvanmiyur.
“In order to avoid waiting at the traffic congestion, motorcyclists take the footpath. They drive at a good speed creating inconvenience to the pedestrians,” says R. Vedavalli Ramachandran, a resident of Thiruvanmiyur.
Pedestrians suggest that Tamil Nadu Road Development Company (TNRDC) should install bollards on the footpath.
“What is the use of wide footpaths if they are taken over by motorcyclists. Necessary measures should be in place to prevent motorcyclists misusing the pedestrian space,” says R. Ridhima Jain, an IT professional working at a firm in Rajiv Gandhi Salai .