The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) restored regular two‑way traffic around the Green Circle roundabout in Vellore town on Tuesday, ending restrictions that had been in place since July 12.
The restrictions were imposed to accommodate the second and final phase of a subway project costing about ₹7.50 crore. With the underground work now complete, NHAI opened the carriageway for normal traffic flow. A NHAI official said the restoration will reduce waiting time for motorists.
During the diversion, only light vehicles—two‑wheelers, auto‑rickshaws and cars—could use the service lane to reach the roundabout. All other traffic was forced onto the Chennai‑Bengaluru Highway, and heavy vehicles had to travel an additional two kilometres to bypass the site.
Motorist G. Sugan described the change as a “great relief for motorists and pedestrians,” noting that vehicle movement is now steadier and that pedestrians can cross the circle more safely. The Green Circle had been classified as a ‘black spot’ for accidents, prompting NHAI to construct the subway, which is slated for completion before the northeast monsoon.
