Mathura Gets Relief: Over-Height Pillars on NH-19 Ban Large Vehicles, Ease Traffic

• Over-height pillars installed on NH-19 in Mathura, specifically near Thana Highway, to prevent large vehicles from passing.
• The measure aims to alleviate frequent and severe traffic jams that often stretched for several kilometers on the highway.
• Mathura, a city with significant religious importance, experiences heavy traffic due to a large influx of devotees, impacting both highways and city roads.
• Daily commuters, including students and office-goers, faced hours of delays due to persistent traffic congestion on NH-19.
• While small vehicle owners benefit from smoother traffic flow, large vehicle owners are now restricted from using this section of the highway.

Why It Matters: Over-height pillars on NH-19 in Mathura restrict large vehicles, significantly easing traffic congestion.