Nagpur: Inadequate signage at key interchanges on the Rs 998-crore Indora-Dighori elevated corridor is leaving motorists confused, particularly those unfamiliar with the new road layout, with many asking one basic question: Where is my exit?A TOI visit to the corridor, a day after its inauguration, found that the city’s longest and costliest flyover had eased traffic movement across some of the busiest stretches. However, the absence of clear direction boards was making navigation difficult at several points. Motorists heading towards different destinations were often left relying on directions from fellow commuters or trying to identify their route after reaching an interchange.The problem was most visible at the elevated rotary at Ashok Chowk. With five entry and exit points, motorists were seen slowing abruptly, changing lanes at the last moment, and, in some cases, circling the rotary more than once to locate the correct route. The situation was particularly challenging for drivers of heavy vehicles.“The NHAI should have installed proper signages showing directions towards GMCH, Baidyanath Square and other important destinations. This would have made it much easier for citizens to navigate the new flyover,” said commuter Vishal Misal.The issue assumes greater significance as the corridor is expected to carry a large volume of traffic between north and south Nagpur. With motorists still getting accustomed to the new alignment, clear advance signage is crucial to prevent sudden lane changes or deceleration near exits.The Ashok Chowk interchange has three landings and ascending ramps providing connectivity towards Nandanvan, the bus stand and GMCH, while the main elevated corridor continues towards Reshimbagh Square. With traffic splitting in multiple directions, motorists need to know their intended exit well before reaching the interchange.A senior NHAI official admitted that some signage work was still pending. “In the next eight to 10 days, we will install proper signages near the rotary and other exits so that people will get information about where they need to get out to reach their destination. Rumblers at some locations are also pending and will be installed soon,” the official said.Jam AlertA massive traffic jam was reported on the Indora-Dighori flyover on Sunday evening, with long queues of vehicles stretching across the structure barely a day after its inauguration.
