Mysore/Mysuru, March 20 -- Former MP Prathap Simha has questioned the rationale behind the traffic signal spree in the city.

"Of late, 108 new traffic signal lights have been installed at circles and junctions. Mostly, it is the result of 'commission business' of those people ruling the State. Do the Chief Minister and his son have any plans to bring reforms to Mysuru's traffic front?" Simha asked in a mocking tone.

He added, "Go to any road in city, there is a traffic signal now, even where traffic density does not require one. Signals have been installed every one-and-a-half kms. What is the reason for this?"

Simha suggested that it would be more sensible to operate the signals during peak hours in the morning and evening when traffi...