India, May 6 -- Sir,

Mysuru is witnessing a steady rise in traffic, driven by higher incomes and the growing affordability of cars and two-wheelers.

At the same time, increasing urbanisation and influx of people from nearby villages and suburbs are adding to the pressure on city roads.

If this trend continues, the city could soon reach a saturation point, making daily commuting difficult, with traffic conditions resembling peak Dasara days.

City buses remain the backbone of Mysuru's public transport system. However, the fleet has not seen any significant expansion, with authorities largely replacing old buses rather than adding new ones, and many routes continuing along outdated patterns. This has led to calls for alternative transpor...