Bengaluru school commutes average 112 minutes, costing 53 days yearly due to traffic

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Schoolchildren and parents in east Bengaluru are experiencing significantly longer commutes, now averaging 112 minutes per day. Recent studies indicate this extensive travel time accumulates to the equivalent of 53 lost days per year for students. The increased duration is primarily attributed to severe traffic congestion on state highways. While authorities have initiated measures like restricting heavy vehicles during school hours, planned infrastructure projects face delays in implementation.

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