‘Vizag Square’, a space created by Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) for pedestrians inspired by the concept of tactical urbanism, is yet to start functioning. However, it has become a cause of concern for traffic police who are worried that it might lead to further traffic congestion.
“As the space is beautifully decorated with colourful lights and a selfie point, people using the Siripuram route are stopping on the road to see what is going on. A traffic constable has been deputed to ensure people do not stop on the road. Moreover, people visiting the space are parking their vehicles in no-parking zones. If this is the situation now, what will happen once the space becomes operational,” wonders a senior traffic police official.
