LatviaPublished: 28 June 2026 at 18:36

Safety at Imanta Railway Crossing: NGO Calls for Barriers for Pedestrians and Cyclists

On Sunday, a picket was held at the Imanta railway crossing in Riga, where the NGO "City for People" demanded improved traffic safety by installing barriers for pedestrians and cyclists.

On Sunday, June 28, at 2:00 PM, a picket called "Safe Crossing" took place at the Imanta railway crossing in Riga. It was organized by the NGO "City for People".

Participants criticized the Riga City Council for inaction and failure to improve traffic safety at the crossing. The NGO calls for the installation of safety barriers for pedestrians and cyclists to prevent potential accidents.

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