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Residents call for better bus stop infrastructure in Um Al Hassam

By Caption: The bus stop that lacks a dedicated space for buses to stop. TDT | Manama The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com Reported by Zahra Ayaz The lack of a designated bus stand in Um Al Hassam has been causing significant traffic congestion during peak hours, leaving commuters frustrated. Local resident Shamil Mohammed has raised concer

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Published 11 January 2024, 8:00 · Updated 22:12

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Residents call for better bus stop infrastructure in Um Al Hassam

TDT | Manama

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

Reported by Zahra Ayaz

The lack of a designated bus stand in Um Al Hassam has been causing significant traffic congestion during peak hours, leaving commuters frustrated. Local resident Shamil Mohammed has raised concerns about the situation, particularly during the evening rush from 5 to 8, when traffic is at its peak.

The bus stop in question, located on a busy road, lacks a dedicated space for buses to stop, forcing them to halt directly on the road.

This results in a bottleneck as cars behind the bus are compelled to wait until it moves, leading to traffic snarls and delays.

To mitigate the issue, the authorities have marked the area on the road with yellow and white paint, clearly indicating it as a bus stop. Additionally, warning boards cautioning drivers to slow down have been installed ahead of the stop.

However, these measures have proven insufficient, especially during the evening hours when traffic volume is high. Residents are now demanding improved infrastructure, including a designated bus stand, to alleviate the traffic congestion at this crucial spot.

They argue that a proper bus stand would allow buses to pull over safely, ensuring a smoother flow of traffic while passengers board and disembark.

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