Bengaluru traffic police have shut down the newly inaugurated Silk Board-Ragigudda double-decker flyover due to safety concerns that arose during its trial operation. The 3.5-km stretch, which had provided temporary relief to commuters, was closed just a week after its public opening. Authorities cited multiple road safety shortcomings, including inadequate signage and insufficient warning systems, particularly near the BTM Layout down ramp. The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) is tasked with rectifying these issues before the flyover can be reopened for regular traffic. Sources suggest that the flyover could reopen by May 1, contingent on the completion of necessary improvements. The ₹530 crore (approximately $64 million USD) infrastructure project had initially improved traffic flow for motorists traveling from southern Bengaluru to the busy Outer Ring Road. However, the abrupt closure has caused confusion and frustration among daily commuters, prompting calls for swift action to address the safety concerns.