Shivar Chowk, due to its strategic location on a heavily trafficked route, had become a hotspot for bottlenecks, leading to delays for both local commuters and those traveling between neighboring areas.

After recognizing that the traffic island was a major contributor to the congestion, authorities, in collaboration with the BRTS and traffic police, decided to remove it. The island was dismantled overnight by the teams to avoid disruption during peak commuting hours.

The removal of the traffic island is expected to improve traffic flow and reduce the delays that have long plagued the residents of Rahatani and Pimple Saudagar.