‘City of future’ chokes: B’luru world’s 2nd most congested city; rush hour traffic speed at 13.9kmph

Bengaluru has been ranked the world’s second most congested city in 2025, a significant jump from previous years. Commuters now face an average speed of just 13.9 kmph during rush hour, losing a staggering 168 hours annually. This alarming trend, attributed to rising vehicle numbers and stalled infrastructure, places Pune and Mumbai also among the top congested Indian cities.