Many commuters are feeling the pinch. The morning and evening rush hours have become particularly unbearable. Reports indicate that travel times have nearly doubled for those making the daily trek from Sharjah to Dubai.

Several factors contribute to this worsening scenario. The return of students to classrooms has led to an influx of vehicles on the roads. Additionally, rising petrol prices are nudging more people toward public transportation options.

Key observations:

• Commuters are now taking up to two hours to navigate their routes.
• The peak traffic times are primarily in the mornings and evenings.
• There has been a noticeable increase in public transportation usage as a result of rising fuel costs.

Interestingly, traffic congestion had seen a significant reduction during online classes. With many families opting for remote learning, fewer cars filled the roads. Now, however, with schools back in session, it seems we have returned to pre-pandemic traffic levels — or worse.