Illegal parking continues unabated in the no-parking zone beneath the Ulubari Flyover in Guwahati, even as traffic police impose fines of ₹2,000 on violators. The stretch in front of the SBM toilet remains occupied by two-wheelers, reducing road space and slowing traffic throughout the day.
Despite clear “No Parking” signboards warning of penalties, on-ground observation shows scooters and motorcycles repeatedly parked under the flyover, particularly during peak hours, causing frequent congestion and delays for commuters.
Illegal parking persists under Guwahati’s Ulubari Flyover despite a ₹2,000 fine and daily enforcement. Two-wheelers continue to occupy the no-parking zone, narrowing the carriageway and causing regular traffic snarls, even as traffic police issue challans worth over ₹1 lakh daily.
Daily Enforcement, Same Outcome
Traffic police patrol the area and issue challans regularly, yet the practice continues. Vehicles parked without owners are fined, while those with riders present are directed to move on. However, once enforcement teams leave or even during ongoing checks, new vehicles quickly take the same spots.
An official from the Paltan Bazaar Traffic Division told GPlus, “We have traffic patrolling vehicles that issue challans. If the vehicle owner is sitting in the vehicle, we make sure to send them away. If the vehicles are parked without the owner, they are fined. Daily, more than ₹1 lakh worth of challans are issued every day, but vehicle owners do not seem to take it seriously.”
Why Ulubari Is a Constant Chokepoint
The Ulubari Flyover area handles heavy traffic round the clock, connecting key routes to Paltan Bazaar, Pan Bazaar, and nearby commercial zones. Illegally parked two-wheelers force motorists to weave through narrowed lanes, leading to stop-and-go traffic and longer travel times, especially during office and school hours.
Commuters say the obstruction is predictable and recurring, turning a designated no-parking zone into an informal parking bay.
Impact on Guwahati Commuters
Regular users of the corridor report frequent delays and near-misses as vehicles manoeuvre around parked two-wheelers. The narrowed roadway also affects buses and emergency vehicles, compounding congestion in a city already grappling with limited road width and rising vehicle numbers.
What Authorities Are Doing and What’s Missing
While enforcement is ongoing, residents and commuters argue that fines alone are not deterring repeat violations. They suggest stricter measures such as towing, physical deterrents (bollards), clearer lane markings, and sustained on-site presence during peak hours to prevent re-occupation.
What Happens Next
Traffic police said enforcement will continue, but commuters are calling for structural solutions to keep the no-parking zone clear. Until deterrence becomes effective, the Ulubari Flyover stretch is likely to remain a daily congestion hotspot in Guwahati.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the fine for illegal parking under the Ulubari Flyover?
The fine is ₹2,000, as displayed on no-parking signboards in the area.
Q2. Why does illegal parking continue despite fines?
Authorities say repeat violations occur because vehicles quickly reoccupy the spot after challans are issued, indicating weak deterrence without towing or physical barriers.