New traffic rules in Bengaluru: Two-wheeler ban on KIA and e-city elevated corridors; additional restrictions on five overpasses

According to BTP, the decision follows a review of accidents at certain crossings, particularly those attributed to variations in vehicle speed. | Photo credit: File photo

From September, two-wheelers will be banned from two major elevated corridors — Airport Road (towards KIA) and Electronics City — in Bengaluru, a move aimed at reducing accidents and improving traffic. The Bengaluru Traffic Police (BTP) has also announced restrictions on the movement of certain other categories of vehicles on five flyovers in the city.

According to BTP, the decision follows a review of accidents at certain crossings, particularly those attributed to variations in vehicle speed. Restrictions on BGS Flyover, Peenya Elevated Corridor, Double Decker Flyover and Elevated Corridor at Kempe Gowda International Airport will come into effect from September 4. Restrictions on the Electronics City elevated corridor will be in place from September 11.

The BTP said it took into account several factors, including road safety, design and width of flyovers, severity of accidents, congestion due to vehicle breakdowns, congestion at entry and exit points, traffic management during emergency situations and safety of two-wheeler riders.

A senior traffic police officer told The Hindu that the move was under consideration for a long time as the number of accidents on the stretches was on the rise.

“A comprehensive review of the data was done before the decision was taken. We will review the impact of these restrictions and make necessary adjustments in the future,” the officer said.

Another officer explained that the Electronics City flyover is currently managed by Bangalore Elevated Tollway Pvt. Ltd. (BETPL) and her tenure will end soon. “It is about handing over the flyover to the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA), but it is likely that the deadline could be extended. Even after that, we will discuss with BETPL and make changes,” the officer said.

The move is likely to spark outrage among commuters, especially the two-wheeler restrictions, as both the flyovers are used by thousands of office-goers in the city. BTP called on the public to cooperate with the initiative, saying that the measures were introduced in the interest of public safety and traffic flow.

Published – 30 Aug 2026 22:38 IST