Road safety at urban intersections is a critical concern, particularly in rapidly growing cities where traffic congestion and mixed vehicle types create complex and hazardous environments. This study focuses on the unsignalized Savitri T-intersection in Ajmer, India, utilizing the Time Exposed Time-to-Collision (TET) framework to assess traffic safety and identify high-risk scenarios. The analysis reveals that two-wheelers dominate morning traffic on the major road, reaching peak speeds of 35–45 km/h, significantly raising the potential for high-speed collisions. Critical interactions, especially between two-wheelers and between two-wheelers and four-wheelers, frequently occur within very short time frames, with TTC values often falling below 2 seconds, indicating a heightened risk of accidents. The study also highlights the dangers posed by right-turning vehicles from the minor road, which often accept minimal gaps in the faster-moving traffic, further exacerbating collision risks. Evening peak hour traffic, while slower due to congestion, still presents significant variability in TET values, suggesting unpredictable driving behavior and potential for sudden conflicts. The findings underscore the urgent need for targeted interventions at the Savitri T-intersection, including enhanced signage, better traffic management and a possible reconfiguration of traffic flows. These measures are essential to mitigate the identified risks and improve overall road safety at this critical urban junction, contributing to safer and more efficient traffic movement in the city.