Karnataka CM writes to Azim Premji seeking Wipro campus access to ease ORR traffic

Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has written to Wipro founder-chairman Azim Premji, seeking the IT major's support by means of access to its campus to ease traffic congestion along the Outer Ring Road (ORR) corridor, particularly near Iblur junction.

In a letter dated September 19, Siddaramaiah proposed to explore the possibility of allowing limited vehicular movement through the Wipro campus, subject to mutually agreed terms and security considerations. “Preliminary assessments by traffic and urban mobility experts suggest that such a measure could reduce congestion on adjoining stretches of the ORR by nearly 30 percent, especially during peak office hours”, the letter said.

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The CM urged Wipro to engage with government officials to work out a mutually acceptable plan at the earliest, stating that the initiative could significantly enhance commuter experience and make Bengaluru more efficient and livable. Siddaramaiah admitted that severe traffic congestion during peak hours in the area has affected mobility, productivity, and the quality of urban life.