With Diwali around the corner, the markets are full of rush, causing traffic snarls, so the residents have urged the Pune police to take action in the Bohri Ali market area, which has turned into a gridlock for commuters and shoppers.

"The ongoing Diwali rush has led to severe congestion, as vehicles, hawkers, and pedestrians struggle for space in the narrow lanes. The absence of traffic personnel has resulted in long snarls, confusion, and safety concerns for pedestrians, " said Prakash Sharma, a resident of Kothrud.

Citizens complain that despite the heavy rush, there is little to no presence of traffic police in the area to regulate the situation.

Raj Singh, an activist, even wrote a letter to the Traffic Department, Pune City Police, requesting immediate deployment of additional tra

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