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Time of India
14 hours ago
- Climate
- Time of India
Daily commute turns buzzkill for Punekars' spirit
Punekars witnessed a sunny morning on Wednesday after almost a week of cloudy and rainy weather. Besides being a mood-booster, the sun also partly dried the otherwise waterlogged roads, providing respite to daily commuters who have been battling potholes, knee-deep water on roads and traffic jams, especially during peak hours. Here's a look at the yearly havoc that the early monsoon has wreaked on Pune, which was ranked the fourth most congested city in the world by TomTom Index in 2024. Earliest monsoon onset in the last 63 years in the city 245 mm Rainfall from May 1 to 27. Way above the normal 10.3 mm during the period (Source: IMD, Pune) 31-84% Peak hour traffic congestion level 37-40 mins Approx time to cover 10 km in 2024 15.2 km/hr Average speed during peak hours in 2024 (Source: TomTom Index) Whether it's a gym session missed, an online course left unfinished, or simply a slower, calmer morning sacrificed, Pune's traffic is quietly robbing its citizens of the most valuable resource they have - their time. Here's what commuters could be doing instead of being stuck in traffic: by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like local network access control Esseps Learn More Undo A quick workout or yoga session Enrolling in online courses or picking up new skills Spending time with family Relaxing, meditating or simply having a peaceful start to the day Catching up on books or articles Planning the day ahead, or reflecting on personal growth Engaging in hobbies Contributing time to community or social causes Navigate traffic efficiently Use real-time traffic apps to find the fastest routes Avoid peak travel hours if possible Carpool or use ride-sharing to reduce the number of vehicles on the road Stay updated on metro construction and road closures to plan detours in advance Keep your vehicle well-maintained to avoid breakdowns during traffic jams Use public transport where feasible Ways to make the most of your commute time Listen to podcasts or audiobooks Practice mindfulness or deep breathing exercises Plan your day or set priorities using voice notes or hands-free apps Use hands-free calls to stay connected with family or colleagues Catch up on language learning or other educational apps during longer waits A shared sense of exhaustion ' Owing to metro construction, most of the dividers along the route are closed, forcing people to take a detour, adding another 15-20 minutes to their commute. Rain worsens things — signals stop working, traffic builds up, and places like Ramwadi Metro Station are waterlogged due to poor drainage. ' - Jyotsna Borkar, an HR professional, who travels from Kharadi to Wakdewadi 'Potholes—especially the ones hidden under water at major junctions—have made things worse. They don't just slow down traffic; they are genuinely dangerous and can lead to serios accidents' - Deepak Jamadar, a corporate insurance professional, who travels from Kharadi Bypass to Viman Nagar 'I cross a highway, and it is always riddled with traffic these days. It's things like these that clearly indicate why people are frustrated in traffic. It's due to wasted time. Accidents are so common that their severity is measured by the length of the traffic.' - Kusum Rajpurohit, a communications manager, who travels from Pimpri-Chinchwad to Pune city
Time Out
09-05-2025
- Time Out
New York shockingly doesn't have the worst traffic in North America—here's which city does
Think traffic in New York is hell on Earth? You're not wrong—but according to TomTom's 2024 Traffic Index, it could be worse. While New York City claims the top spot for worst traffic in the U.S., it actually ranks second overall in North America. That's right: Mexico City has officially snatched the crown, where it takes an eye-watering 30 minutes and 47 seconds to drive just six miles. (If you're keeping track of your wasted hours, locals lose 147 hours a year to rush hour. That's nearly a full week of your life spent watching brake lights.) New Yorkers, by comparison, spend 94 hours a year stuck in traffic, with an average travel time of 30 minutes and one second to go the same six-mile stretch. Still brutal, but at least not the worst. (We'll take our small wins where we can get them!) Congestion pricing has offered some relief in Manhattan's busiest corridors, but its fate remains uncertain amid legal battles and logistical snags. The TomTom Index, now in its 14th year, analyzed traffic patterns in over 500 cities worldwide using floating car data—think GPS info from connected cars, smartphones, and delivery trucks. It's a full data deep-dive, not just vibes and honks. Cities were ranked by the average time it takes to travel six miles, factoring in congestion levels, road design, and daily commuting volume. Mexico isn't just home to the top spot; it also dominates the rest of the list, with Guadalajara and Puebla placing third and fourth. Canada also makes a strong (if unfortunate) showing with Toronto, Vancouver, Halifax, and Winnipeg all in the top 10. Rounding it out is San Francisco, where 81 hours are lost annually to traffic, and even the Golden Gate Bridge turns into a golden gridlock during rush hour.
