140 Traffic Signs in India – Road Signs, Traffic Signals, and Symbols

This comprehensive guide to 140 traffic signs in India covers road signs, traffic signals, and symbols. Get detailed insights and expert advice on understanding the importance of these signs for safe driving in India.

Introduction

Driving is an essential aspect of modern life, and road safety is of utmost importance. Understanding traffic signs and signals is crucial for both new and experienced drivers. In India, with its diverse road conditions and traffic patterns, knowing and obeying traffic signs can prevent accidents and ensure a smooth flow of traffic. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the 140 essential traffic signs in India, including road signs, traffic signals, and symbols. Whether you are a driver, a pedestrian, or a cyclist, this guide aims to equip you with the necessary knowledge to navigate the Indian roads safely.

Purpose of Traffic Signs

• To guarantee the safety of road users by informing them of any potential hazards along the route.
• To inform road users of the restrictions that must be obeyed, violations of which may result in a legal penalty.
• Improving road efficiency by guaranteeing orderly traffic flow
• To alert drivers to dangerous road conditions such as loose gravel, a sequence of curves, and so on.
• To inform car drivers about where they may and cannot park.
• to direct road users to the location of certain amenities

IRC- 067: Road Signs Code of Practise:

The third revised edition of the code for the practice of road signs was released in 2012.

It gives details of all the signs used on various types of roads, including

• Materials for the signboard
• The surface of signboard
• Height of mounting
• Placement of signs
• Maintenance of road signs
• Orientation of signs
• Colour for signs
• Size of signs
• Size of letters on signs
• Visibility of signs
• Supplementary plate size

Comprehensive Guide to 140 Traffic Signs in India

1. Regulatory Signs

Regulatory signs are essential to maintain order and safety on the roads. These signs provide instructions that must be followed by all road users.

1. Stop Sign: The red octagonal stop sign is perhaps the most recognizable traffic sign worldwide. It commands drivers to come to a complete stop before proceeding.
2. Yield Sign: This inverted triangle with a red border instructs drivers to yield the right-of-way to other vehicles.
3. Speed Limit Sign: The maximum speed limit allowed on a specific road is indicated by these signs.
4. No Entry Sign: This red circular sign with a white horizontal bar signifies that entry into a specific road is prohibited.
5. No U-Turn Sign: The “No U-Turn” sign is marked by a white U-turn arrow with a red circle around it, indicating that U-turns are not permitted.

Features:

• Shape: Circular
• Background: White
• Border: Red
• Symbol/Letter: Black
• Red ring: Indicates prohibitory regulation
• Diagonal red bar: indicates Prohibition of action symbolized by the black symbol

For instructions, which are to be compulsorily followed, the above features are changed as follows:

• Background: blue
• Symbol: white

2. Warning Signs

Warning signs are designed to alert drivers to potential hazards and dangerous road conditions.

1. Sharp Turn Ahead Sign: This sign warns drivers of an upcoming sharp turn on the road.
2. School Zone Sign: The “School Zone” sign indicates that there is a school nearby, and drivers should exercise caution.
3. Pedestrian Crossing Sign: This sign warns drivers that there is a designated pedestrian crossing ahead.
4. Animal Crossing Sign: It warns drivers of potential animal crossings, common in rural areas.
5. Slippery Road Sign: This sign cautions drivers about slippery road conditions, usually during rainfall.

Purpose:

• To caution the road users of danger on the road
• To promote the smooth flow of traffic
• To provide information on the existing conditions of the road, like bend ahead, right turn ahead, intersection ahead, narrow bridge,  etc

Features:

• Shape: Triangular
• Background: White
• Border: Red
• Symbol/Letter: Black

3. Information Signs

Information signs provide essential information about the road ahead or nearby services.

1. Hospital Sign: This sign indicates the presence of a hospital or medical facility nearby.
2. Fuel Station Sign: It points towards the direction of a nearby fuel station.
3. Rest Area Sign: This sign indicates the availability of a rest area for drivers to take a break.
4. Parking Sign: It provides information about designated parking areas.
5. One Way Sign: The “One Way” sign indicates a road where traffic is allowed in only one direction.

Purpose:

• To inform the road users of various facilities on the route
• To provide the road users with information which aid in their travel on the route, such as fueling station, destination, parking, etc

Features:

• Shape: rectangular
• Background: blue
• Symbol/Letter: white

4. Road Work Signs

Road work signs are temporary signs used to inform drivers about ongoing construction or maintenance work.

1. Road Work Ahead Sign: This sign alerts drivers of road work ahead and advises them to reduce speed.
2. Detour Sign: It indicates an alternative route to be followed due to road closures.
3. Construction Zone Sign: This sign warns drivers to exercise caution as they approach a construction zone.
4. Men at Work Sign: It depicts workers on the road, alerting drivers to the presence of laborers.
5. Bump Sign: This sign warns drivers of a bump or uneven road surface.

5. Traffic Signals

Traffic signals are used to control the flow of traffic at intersections and pedestrian crossings.

1. Red Light: Drivers must stop when the traffic signal displays a red light.
2. Green Light: A green light allows drivers to proceed, provided the intersection is clear.
3. Yellow Light: The yellow light warns drivers to prepare to stop as the signal is about to turn red.
4. Pedestrian Signal: Pedestrian signals indicate when it is safe for pedestrians to cross the road.
5. Flashing Red Signal: A flashing red signal acts as a stop sign, requiring drivers to come to a complete stop before proceeding.

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1. Regulatory or Mandatory Signs

The following are regulatory traffic signs,

Sr. No.	Sign	Purpose	Location	Remarks
1.	Stop Sign	To indicate the priority of the Right of Way.Vehicle from the minor road has to ensure no danger to traffic on the main road before entering a major road.	On the minor road, when it intersects with a major road with hazardous conditions like restricted visibility, improper alignment, high accident record.	Installed on the left side of the approach where it is to be followed.Not installed at the intersection as signals serve this purpose.
2.	Give Way Signs	To give right of way.The vehicles falling under this sign have to yield/provide the right of way to the vehicles having right of way.	When a minor road intersects with the major road; where the vehicle has to provide the right of way to the other side, but stopping is not necessary all the time.	Installed before the point where the vehicle has to yield the right of way.
3.	Prohibitory Signs	Indicates a restricted maneuver of an action.	At junctions.At sections between junctions.
4.	No Standing & No Stopping signs		No standing is erected at places where standing of a vehicle even for a short duration is not allowedNo standing & no stopping sign is erected for the section where a vehicle should not be stopped even momentarily.	In urban areas,No Parking signs are also installed to restrict the parking of vehicles on the main carriageway which may lead to congestion.
5.	Speed Limit and Vehicle Control Signs	To control the speed of the vehicle so that it does not exceeds Design Speed of the pavement under any condition.	At the beginning of any section of road, or side of a structure, where the restriction applies.	Installed on each road where speed changes.At exit arms of junctions.
6.	Restrictions End Sign	To indicate that the restrictions imposed earlier on cease to act from here onwards	Installed at the location where pre-mentioned restriction ends
7.	Compulsory Direction Control and Other Signs	To control the direction of the vehicle by either enforcing it to proceed towards a specific directionOr prohibiting A vehicle  to proceed towards a particular direction

2. Cautionary or Warning Signs

Cautionary types of traffic signs and their purpose, location details are given below,

Sr. No.	Signs	Purpose	Location	Remarks
1.	Left/Right curve	To warn the vehicle-users from the speed point of view & Proceed safely	At places whereApproach speed to curve ­– safe negotiating speed > 15 kmph	To restrict speed owing to change in direction of alignment; accompanied by low radii of curvature
2.	Right/Left Hairpin Bend	To indicate curves of small radii with a huge change in direction	Where there  is almost reversal of direction
3.	Right/Left Reverse Bend	To indicate right bend followed by a left bend or vice versa	Where two curves in the opposite direction separated by a tangent less than 120 m lengths in plains & 30 m length in hills.	Also installed where the reverse bend is not obvious as per the authorities.
4.	Series of Bends	To beware of the driver of the zigzag route.	Where the section has several bends over a long distance.	Repeated at regular intervals if the section is too long.
5.	Side road	To just warn the drivers of the presence of junction ahead.	Before the main road intersections, where a large amount of traffic with limited sight distance can cause a hazard.
6.	T-intersection	To just warn the drivers of the presence of junction ahead.	Installed before an approaching T-junction, which is not obvious.	The width of bands indicates the relative importance of roads.
7.	Y-Intersection	To just warn the drivers of the presence of junction ahead.	On the approach to a bifurcated road.
8.	Cross Road	To just warn the drivers of the presence of junction ahead.	Before crossroad intersections, where a large amount of traffic with limited sight distance can cause a hazard.
9.	Roundabout	To indicate an approach to a roundabout	Installed before an upcoming roundabout
10.	Traffic Signals	To caution the drivers of the presence of traffic signals	Installed 50-100 m before the presence of traffic signals
11.	Major road ahead	To indicate the presence of a major road ahead	Installed on the route before it crosses a major road, where a large amount of traffic with limited  sight distance can cause a hazard	Not used for intersections having Traffic Signals
12	Staggered Inter-section	To indicate the presence of 2 junctions whose distance < 60 m	To just caution the drivers of the presence of an intersection
13.	Merging Traffic Ahead	To warn the drivers to slow down their speeds where traffic from other road is merging	At the point where traffic from other merges with the on-going lane
14	Narrow Road Ahead	To safeguard  the drivers from accidents caused by a reduced carriageway	Erected on such road sections where reduced width of carriageway may pave danger to traffic
15.	Road Widens	To safeguard  the drivers from accidents caused by an increase in the width of the carriageway	Erected on such road sections where an increase in width of carriageway may pave danger to traffic	Installed when the 2-lane road suddenly widens to a 4-lane road
16	Narrow Bridge Ahead	To warn the drivers of a narrowed carriageway on the bridge	INSTALLED ahead of bridges where –Clear width between curbs < normal width of the carriageway
17.	Reduced Carriageway	To beware the driver of the drop in the width of the carriageway ahead	Installed on Undivided carriageway; when a certain segment of pavement is shut down for maintenance
18.	Gap in Median	To enlighten the driver if he wants to take a U-turn or proceed across the adjoining route	Installed prior to a gap in the median on a divided carriageway	Not provided at the intersection; where the presence of a break in the median is self-understood
19.	Pedestrian Crossing	To warn the vehicle drivers to slow down their vehicles & proceed with caution to avoid accidents due to unrestrained pedestrians	Installed in advance of both approaches to uncontrolled pedestrian crossings	Essentially required when visibility of crossing is obstructed by bend, etc.
20.	School Ahead	To prevent the passing traffic from posing a hazard to children	Erected where School or grounds are adjoining to road
20.	Lane Closures	To beware the driver for the closure of a section of road ahead	On multi-lane highways, where a particular section of the carriageway is closed for the traffic	This closure may be due to many reasons:Maintenance of that sectionThe accident occurred, etc.
21.	Men at Work	To warn the drivers of the men/machines working eitherOn the roadAdjoining the roadOn overhead lines/poles	Located on the approach side of the work area Another sign with supplementary plate – END at the left side of the work zone	The sign is discarded immediately after the work is over
22.	Danger Warning Sign	To make the drivers slow down their vehicles for safe travel	At a location where the driver may face any kind of danger
23.	Cycle Crossing	To warn the drivers to proceed with safety	Installed before any Uncontrolled cycle crossings
24.	Cycle Route Ahead	To make the drivers slow down their vehicles	At a location where cycle route is coming up
25.	Dangerous Dip	To assure the drivers can avoid the discomfort whilst traversing owing to the dip	At locations where a sharp dip in the profile of carriageway is encountered
26.	Speed Breaker	To warn the drivers of the existence of speed breakers	Installed 50-60 m ahead of a speed breaker	Repeated, if necessary; with distance written on a supplementary plate as “10 m”
27.	Rough Road	To make the drivers slow down their vehicles for safe travel	At the location where the road surface is rough
28.	Loose Gravel	To warn the drivers to proceed with safety	On a road section where gravel is hurled up by vehicles traversing at high velocities	The sign is immediately removed after the threat is taken care of
29.	Slippery Road	To warn the drivers to proceed with safety	Installed ahead of exceptionally slippery road sections	The sign is immediately removed after the threat is taken care of
30.	Barrier	To beware the drivers of a barrier ahead	Before a gate controlling entry into a road	SLOW, BARRIER AHEAD installed at 200 m distance DEAD SLOW, BARRIER AHEAD AT 50-100 m distance in plain & 30-60 m in hilly terrain
31.	Tunnel Ahead Warning	To slow down the vehicle for safety near the tunnel	At location ahead of a tunnel
32.	Falling Rocks	To warn the users of the rocks falling down	At places where rocks are expected to fall either seasonally or throughout the year	For seasonal falling of rocks, the sign is covered during the non-falling season
33.	Wild Animals likely to be on Road Ahead	To make the users slower down their vehicles for safe travel	At locations where wild animals may come across the road	Nearby sanctuaries whilst Pavagadh, Saputara
34.	Airport/Airfield	To warn the users of the presence of the airport or airfield ahead	At 50-100 m ahead of airport/airfield
35.	Unguarded Railway Crossing	To warn the users of approaching railway crossing without barrier or gates	At 200 m away from crossing for warningNear the crossing	The distance of second sign from crossing –50-100 m in plain30-60 m in hilly terrain
38.	Guarded Railway Crossing	To warn the users of approaching a guarded railway crossing	At 200 m away from crossing for warningNear the crossing	The distance of second sign from crossing –50-100 m in plain30-60 m in hilly terrain
	Hazard Marker	To beware the driver of roadside hazards like bridges, trees & illuminate them by Object Hazard Markers	On the roadside for left/right side hazard

3. Informatory Signs

Informatory types of traffic signs and their purpose, location details are given below.

Sr. No.	Signs	Purpose	Locations	Remarks
1.	Direction  & Place Identification Signs	To inform the drivers before their approach to a junctionGives information regarding the type of junctionTo inform the destinations that can be lead to from different exitsTo identify the route & indicate its status within the network
2.	Facility Information Signs	To direct the road user of the facility provided ahead on the section	Located at the entry of the  road section leading to the facility A white directional arrow is located at the bottom to guide the direction
3.	Parking signs	To guide various  vehicle drivers where to park their vehicles; or where parking is restricted	Parking signs are installed where a particular type of parking is allocated
4.	Flood Gauge signs	To inform the road users the height of the flood above the road level	Flood gauge signs are erected at causeways & submersible bridges
5.		To aid the driver in locating essential facilities like Signs for a person with disabilitiesRoute marker sign: Erected with respect to the type of highway	To locate the concerned facility Erected on the roads on the signposts

4.  Prohibitory Signs

Sr. No.	Signs	Purpose	Location	Remarks
1.	Bullock Carts Prohibited	On each road entry where bullock carts  are  prohibited
2.	Hand Carts Prohibited	On each road entry where hand carts  are  prohibited
3.	Horse Riding Prohibited	Erected where horse riding  is prohibited
4.	Buses Prohibited	Erected where entry of buses  are prohibited
5.	Cars Prohibited	Erected where entry of car is prohibited
6.	Trucks Prohibited	On each road entry where truck  entry is prohibited
7.	Tractor Prohibited	Erected where entry of tractor is prohibited
8.	Construction Vehicles Prohibited	Erected where entry of construction vehicles is prohibited
9.	Two Wheelers Prohibited	On such highway sections, where the movement of two-wheelers is needed to be prohibited
10.	Cycles Prohibited	On each road entry where cycle entry is prohibited
11.	Blowing Horn Prohibited	Indicates blowing horn is forbidden	Useful near hospitals, Silent zones
12.	Straight Prohibited/NoEntry	Used at locations where entry of vehicles is not allowed	Erected on the left side of the road at –End of the one-way roadEach intersection along the one-way road
13.	One Way	Located at the entry to the one-way street and repeated at intermediate intersections	At Unsignalized intersections, placed at near left & far right corner of the intersectionAt signalized intersections, placed near appropriate signal faces
14.	Left or Right Turn Prohibited	Located at Unsignalized intersection, where a side road forms a T-junction with a two-way road andTraffic is required to turn in one direction only	Used at the intersection of a one-way street to supplement the one-way signs
15.	Overtaking Prohibited	Indicates overtaking is hazardous owing to restricted sight distance	Erected on each side of the road at start intervals along the road section on which restriction is imposed
16.	U-turn Prohibited	This sign means vehicles are banned to make a turn to reverseThe direction of travel between the sign and the next intersection past it	Erected at star intervals along the road section on which restriction is imposed

5. Speed Limit & Vehicle Control Signs

Speed Limit & Vehicle Control Signs falling under Regulatory types of traffic signs are described below:

Sr. No.	Signs	Purpose	Locations	Remarks
1.	Axle Load Limit	Erected where vehicles with  axle load  exceeding a particular value are prohibited	Especially weak carriageway are unable to carry heavy loadsIf a weak bridge exists ahead, a plate with ‘WEAK BRIDGE AHEAD’  should be posted
2.	Length  Limit	Used when the entry of vehicles exceeding a particular length  is prohibited
3.	Height Limit	Used when the entry of vehicles exceeding a particular height  is prohibited	Erected in advance of an overhead structure
4.	Load Limit	Erected where vehicles with a laden weight exceeding a particular value are prohibited
5.	Width Limit	Used when the entry of vehicles exceeding a particular width  is prohibited
6.	Maximum Speed Limit	At the beginning of a section where speed restriction is to be enforced	Speed should be in multiples of 5 kmph
7.	Stop for Police Check	Installed were police personnel is performing checks

6. Compulsory Direction Control and Other Signs

Compulsory Direction Control  Signs falling under Regulatory types of traffic signs are described below.

Sr. No.	Signs	Purpose	Locations	Remarks
1.	Compulsory Ahead	Indicates the track to be lawfully taken & direction of movement as taken from the position of the installation of the sign
2.	Compulsory Ahead or Turn Right	Indicates the track to be lawfully taken & direction of movement as taken from the position of the installation of the sign
3.	Compulsory Turn Right	Indicates the track to be lawfully taken & direction of movement as taken from the position of the installation of the sign	used on Central Island of a roundabout
4.	Compulsory keep Left	Used in traffic calming schemes	used at traffic islands, refugees, and the beginning of central median of a divided carriageway
5.	Pass Either Side	Used to show drivers passing either side will reach the same destination	Mostly used on traffic islands, usually on one-way roads
6.	Minimum Speed Limit	Indicates minimum legal speed, to avoid the slow-moving traffic; hence improving traffic movement efficiency	Especially used on express-waysIt is compulsory to put ‘Restriction Ends’ sign when the minimum speed limit section is over
7.	Compulsory Cycle Track	This indicates –  Cyclists should use this track from the entrance Other vehicles are not allowed on this track
8.	Compulsory Cyclist and Pedestrian Route	This sign is used to isolate  cycle and pedestrian lanes
9.	Pedestrians only	Means only pedestrians  are allowed on this carriageway	Supplemented by a plate with writing‘PEDESTRIANS  ONLY’
10.	Buses only	Means only buses are allowed on this carriageway	Supplemented by a plate with writing‘BUSES ONLY’
11.	Compulsory Sound Horn	Motor vehicles should compulsorily blow the horn at the location where the sign is erected	Required at sharp curves on hills

7. Direction & Place Identification Signs

The color pattern for this sign is decided based on the type of roadway as briefed below:

Road type	Background	Arrows/Borders/Letters
Expressway	Blue	White
National Highway	Green	White
State Highway	Green	White
Major District Road	Green	White
Other District Road	White	Black
Village Road	Blue	White

Direction & Place Identification Signs falling under Regulatory types of traffic signs are described below:

Sr. No.	Signs	Purpose	Locations
1.	Advance Direction Signs	Shows the route ahead by showing names of particular places with arrow symbols for direction and destination distance in km from the junction
2.	Destination sign	Top panel: Forward destination name with a vertical arrowMiddle panel: Left destination with an arrow	Posted in advance at Intersections of major importanceintersections where approach speeds are high requiring advance information
3.	Route Confirmatory Sign/ Reassurance Sign	This displays – Route number Destination ahead Destination ahead	Erected on important roads post intersection to reassure the driver that he is on the desired locationPlaced 60 m beyond curb line of intersected road
4.	Place or City Identification	Marks entrance to place/city on highways	Erected at the entrance to the area under Jurisdiction of local authority
5.	Truck Lay Bye	To inform goods vehicle drivers in advance of such facility	The sign is provided with a directional arrow to show the location
6.	Toll Booth Ahead	Indicates the location of toll booth where taxes are levied on the usage of the road facilities	Posted 500 to 1000 m in advance  of the toll booth
7.	Weigh Bridge ahead	Indicate the drivers of trucks or heavy goods vehicles the location of weighbridge station so that drivers can REDUCE VEHICLE SPEEDDirection arrow may be included below the text.	Posted in advance of the location of such bridge

8. Facility Information Signs

Facility Information Signs falling under Informatory types of traffic signs are described below:

Sr. No.	Signs	Purpose	Locations
1.	Eating Place	Indicates a regular eating place is available
2.	Light Refreshments	Indicate a place where light refreshments are available
3.	Resting Place	Indicates places were resting or lodging facilities are available	It is combined with definition plate for clarification; i.e. whether it isResthouseMotelHotel, etc
4.	First Aid Post	Informs road users of first aid facilities on log stretch of road	Mostly used in rural areas for emergencies
5.	Toilet	Informs the road users about toilet facilities	Erected at beginning of route leading to the facility
6.	Filling Station	Erected on long stretches of roads in rural and urban areas at the  Entrance to the route of CNG facility	Not necessary whenThe facility is within sightAvailable at frequent intervals
7.	Hospital	Informs vehicle drivers to take precautions needed for medical facilities WITHOUT making Noise	Placed near facilities of medical amenity
8.	Public Telephone	Indicates the presence of public telephone	Erected on long stretches of roads in rural areas withDistance to the nearest public telephone booth on supplementary plate
9.	U-turn Ahead	Indicates U-turn ahead so that vehicle can decelerate	Placed on the median in advance of U-turn
10.	Pedestrian Subway	Guides the pedestrians to the subway	The plate is extended to show the direction arrow below the text
11.	Foot Over Bridge	Used to inform pedestrians of the location of the pedestrian foot over bridge	Erected at both sides of the carriageway for traffic approaching from both directions
12.	Chair Lift	Informs the public about the chair lift facility	Erected at the beginning of such  area
13.	Police Station	Informs the public about the presence of a police station in the vicinity
14.	Picnic Site	Informs the public about the presence of a picnic area in the vicinity	Erected at the beginning of the picnic  area
15.	Repair Facilities	Erected where repair facilities are present nearby
16.	Railway Station/Metro Station/Monorail Station	Erected to indicate the existence of Railway Station/Metro Station or any other mass transit system in proximity
17.	Industrial Area	Erected to indicate the existence of industry nearby	Erected at the beginning of the industrial  area
18.	Taxi Stand	Erected where auto-rickshaws are supposed to wait when not hired
19.	Auto-rickshaw Stand	Erected where auto-rickshaws are supposed to wait
20.	Camp Site	Inform the vehicles about Camp Site	Erected at the beginning of camping  area
21.	Airport	Erected to indicate the existence of airport nearby
22.	National Heritage	Informs the vehicles about National Heritage Area	Erected at the beginning of the heritage area
23.	No Through Road	Indicates there is no exit to the road	Installed at the entrance of the no-exit road
24.	No Through Side Road	Gives an advance indication of a ‘No Through Side Road’	Erected on the main road to show the road layout
25.	Guide Sign for ETC Lane	Informs road user about guide sign on the toll lane
26.	Toll Road Ahead	Provides information about the existence of toll roads	Installed at the beginning of the road
27.	Entry ramp for Expressway	Erected where there is entry  ramp for expressway
28.	Exit Ramp for Expressway	Erected where there is exit ramp for expressway
29.	Expressway Symbol	Installed at the entry of expressways
30.	End of Expressway	Used to indicate the end of an expressway
31.	Bus Stop	Installed where buses are to be stopped
32.	Bus Lane	Informs road users about the reserved lane for buses	Generally mounted overhead along with support
33.	Cycle lane	Informs road users about cycle lanes
34.	Emergency Exit in Tunnel	Used to inform the public about the emergency exit in tunnel

9. Parking Signs                                                           

Parking Signs falling under Informatory types of traffic signs are described below:

Sr. No.	Signs	Purpose	Locations
1.	Parking Signs	Used to indicate the place where parking of vehicles is authorized
2.	Auto Rickshaw Parking	Indicates Auto Rickshaw Parking
3.	Cycle Parking	Indicates Cycle  Parking
4.	Cycle Rickshaw Parking	Indicates Cycle  Rickshaw Parking
5.	Scooter and Motorcycle Parking	Indicates Scooter and Motorcycle Parking
6.	Taxi Parking	Indicates Taxi Parking
7.	Park and Ride	Indicates parking that is allowed only for riding public transport
8.	Parking Restrictions Signs for Traffic Management	Indicates the prohibition of parking  during specific time intervals for traffic management

Other Important Signs

Other Important Signs falling under Informatory types of traffic signs,

Sr. No.	Signs	Purpose	Locations
1.	Parking Information	Used to indicate parking area for the person with a disability	A wheelchair is always shown facing right, the direction of parking is indicated by arrow
2.	Ramped Entrance to Subway/Over Bridge	Indicates ramp facility so that person with a disability can be made aware of the entrance to pedestrian subway/foot over bridge
3.	Telephone Facility	Indicated using signage for a person with a disability
4.	Toilet Facility	Indicated using signage for a person with a disability
5.	Way Finding Sign for Disabled	Indicated using signage for a person with a disability

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

Can I turn right at a red light in India?

No, you cannot turn right at a red light in India. The red light indicates a complete stop, and you must wait for it to turn green before proceeding.

How can I identify a one-way road?

One-way roads are marked with a “One Way” sign. It indicates that traffic is allowed to flow in only one direction on that road.

What should I do when I see a “Stop” sign?

When you encounter a “Stop” sign, you must come to a complete stop and yield the right-of-way to other vehicles or pedestrians before proceeding.

Are there any specific speed limits in India?

Yes, each road in India has a designated speed limit, and speed limit signs are posted along the roads to inform drivers of the permissible maximum speed.

How should I interpret the “Yield” sign?

The “Yield” sign instructs drivers to yield the right-of-way to other vehicles. If you see this sign, be prepared to slow down and stop if necessary to let other traffic pass.

Is it allowed to make a U-turn at any intersection?

No, U-turns are not permitted at all intersections. Look for the “No U-Turn” sign, which prohibits making U-turns at specific locations.

Conclusion

This comprehensive guide has covered the 140 traffic signs in India, including road signs, traffic signals, and symbols. Understanding these signs is vital for all road users to ensure their safety and the safety of others. By adhering to traffic rules and regulations, we can create a safer and more efficient transportation system on Indian roads. Remember, responsible driving is the key to reducing accidents and making our roads safer for everyone.

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