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• Hanging advertisement hoardings, prohibited by the Madras High Court on road safety grounds, have resurfaced at several traffic signal junctions across Trichy, triggering concerns among commuters and safety activists.
• Residents and road safety experts have warned that the hoardings obstruct motorists' visibility of traffic signals, particularly at busy intersections, increasing the risk of accidents.
• Activists have urged the Trichy City Corporation and police to strictly enforce the court's order and remove unauthorised advertisements installed on signal poles.
• Civic officials said action would be initiated against violations, while road safety campaigners called for regular inspections to prevent the illegal display of hoardings.
Despite a long-standing ban imposed by the Madras High Court, hanging advertisement hoardings have once again appeared on traffic signal poles at several major junctions in Trichy, raising fresh concerns over road safety and enforcement of civic regulations. The return of the displays has drawn criticism from commuters and activists, who say they compromise motorists' visibility and distract road users at busy intersections.
According to reports, the hoardings have been installed at multiple signalised junctions across the city, where they hang directly below or alongside traffic lights. Road users have pointed out that the advertisements partially obstruct signal visibility, especially for motorists approaching from a distance or during adverse weather conditions, making it more difficult to respond safely to traffic signals.
The Madras High Court had earlier prohibited such hanging banners and hoardings after observing that they posed a threat to public safety and contributed to road accidents. The prohibition was intended to keep traffic signals clearly visible and ensure that public spaces remained free from unauthorised advertisements that could distract motorists or impede traffic management.
Road safety activists have questioned how the banned displays have resurfaced despite the court's directive, calling for stricter monitoring by the city corporation and traffic police. They have urged authorities to carry out periodic inspections and take prompt action against advertisers and agencies responsible for installing unauthorised hoardings.
Officials have indicated that steps will be taken to remove the illegal advertisements and ensure compliance with the court's order. The incident has once again highlighted the need for consistent enforcement of outdoor advertising regulations and better coordination between civic bodies and traffic authorities to safeguard road users and maintain unobstructed visibility at traffic junctions.
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