Bengaluru Traffic Expected to Worsen as Work-From-Home Policies End
Bengaluru, india – Commuters in Bengaluru are bracing for substantially increased traffic congestion starting October 1st, as numerous companies begin phasing out work-from-home policies and requiring employees to return to the office full-time. the move is anticipated to strain the city’s already overburdened infrastructure, possibly adding hours to daily commutes.
The decision by companies to end remote work arrangements impacts a large segment of Bengaluru’s workforce – a city known as India‘s “Silicon Valley” and a major hub for the IT sector. While many firms initially adopted work-from-home during the COVID-19 pandemic, a shift towards in-office presence is now underway, driven by concerns over collaboration, productivity, and company culture. This return to the office is expected to exacerbate existing traffic problems, impacting not only employees but also residents and businesses across the city.
Several major IT companies and corporate offices have already announced plans to call employees back to the office, with October 1st being a common start date. this coordinated return is expected to create a sudden surge in demand for road space, potentially overwhelming Bengaluru’s road network.
The News18 report first surfaced on September 18, 2025.
