Diyarbakır faces rising traffic congestion and infrastructure challenges

Traffic congestion in Diyarbakır has become a significant issue due to problematic intersections, disruptions to main arteries, and public transportation inefficiencies. Representatives from the Chamber of City Planners Diyarbakır Branch state that the issue cannot be resolved solely through road and intersection adjustments.

Key factors contributing to the gridlock include improper lane usage by drivers, which accounts for approximately 10% of the problem, and the lack of service roads for high-traffic locations like shopping malls and bus terminals that connect directly to main arteries such as Urfa Road and Elazığ Road. Experts advocate for a holistic, data-driven transportation plan that prioritizes pedestrians and public transit.