An IPL cricket match scheduled at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Saturday is set to impact traffic in New Delhi. The match, which begins at 7 PM and continues until 11:30 PM, will cause significant traffic disruptions in the vicinity of the stadium.
Key Details and Timings
- Match Timing: From 7 PM to 11:30 PM.
- Traffic Impact: Expected between 5 PM to 8 PM around the stadium area.
Traffic Restrictions
Due to the heavy influx of spectators and the central location of the stadium, the following traffic restrictions will be enforced:
- Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg: Closed to vehicular traffic from Delhi Gate to ITO Chowk.
- Jawaharlal Nehru Marg: Vehicle movement will be restricted from Rajghat to Delhi Gate.
Stadium Gate Locations
- Gates 1 to 8: Located on Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg.
- Gates 10 to 15: Positioned along Jawaharlal Nehru Marg.
- Gates 16 to 18: Near the petrol pump on Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg.
Parking and Transportation
To facilitate easy access to the stadium and to minimize traffic congestion, the Traffic Police have arranged for free park-and-ride services at the following locations:
- Mata Sundari Road
- Rajghat Power House Road
- Velodrome Road
- Pragati Maidan Metro Station
Advisory for Spectators
Spectators are advised to avoid driving their personal vehicles to the stadium vicinity during the match hours. Utilizing the free park-and-ride services provided by the traffic police will help ease congestion and ensure a smoother flow of traffic.