22 SEP, 2023
Ayaan Paul Chowdhury
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These are the world's most traffic-choked cities, where commuters endure long hours in gridlock, grappling with extensive rush hour traffic that tests their patience and the efficiency of urban transportation systems.
The Colombian capital records 249 hours of rush hour traffic, highlighting the need for improved traffic management.
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The Philippines' capital, Manila, grapples with 241 hours of rush hour gridlock annually.
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The Peruvian capital of Lima faces 254 hours of rush hour traffic, challenging its transportation infrastructure.
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The capital of Romania, Bucharest, experiences 277 hours of rush hour congestion, emphasising the need for traffic solutions.
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The Maharshtrian city in India reports 249 hours of rush hour traffic, leading to calls for better urban planning.
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Milan, in Italy, famous for fashion and culture, contends with 259 hours of rush hour gridlock each year.
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Sapporo, Japan, grapples with 240 hours of rush hour traffic, impacting the daily commute for its residents.
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The Irish capital faces 277 hours of rush hour congestion annually, prompting efforts to improve its transportation infrastructure.
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India's tech hub experiences 260 hours of rush hour traffic, posing a challenge to its thriving IT industry.
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Despite its robust public transportation system, London tops the list with a staggering 325 hours of rush hour traffic per year.
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