Due to the Shapath Grahan ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan, traffic in New Delhi is expected to be affected from 5 PM to 10 PM. The traffic police have advised people to plan their journeys accordingly.
The ceremony will take place around 7 PM, with VIPs starting to arrive from 6 PM. As guests travel from various hotels, government bungalows, the PM residence, and MPs’ residences to Rashtrapati Bhavan, there will be significant VIP movement in New Delhi.
Roads Closed for Vehicles 🚫
The following roads will be closed for vehicles until 11 PM:
- Sansad Marg
- North Avenue Road
- South Avenue Road
- Kushak Road
- Rajaji Marg
- Krishna Menon Marg
- Talkatora Road
- Pandit Pant Marg
No Parking Zones 🅿️🚫
Parking will not be allowed on the following roads, and parked vehicles will be towed away:
- Imtiaz Khan Marg
- Rakabganj Road
- Rafi Ahmed Kidwai Marg
- Pandit Pant Marg
- Talkatora Road
Possible Road Closures 🚦
During the movement of VIPs, some roads might be temporarily closed as needed:
- Patel Chowk
- Rail Bhavan
- Gurudwara Rakabganj
- Gol Dak Khana
- RML Roundabout
- Krishi Bhavan Roundabout
- Sunehri Bagh Roundabout
- Teen Murti Roundabout
Traffic Diversions 🔀
Traffic will be diverted after 5 PM in the following areas:
- Patel Chowk
- Rail Bhavan
- Gurudwara Rakabganj
- Gol Dak Khana
- RML Roundabout
- Krishi Bhavan Roundabout
- Sunehri Bagh Roundabout
- Teen Murti Roundabout
Advisory for Commuters 📢
- Avoid Routes: It is advised to avoid roads and areas around Rashtrapati Bhavan from evening to night.
- Alternative Routes: Use alternative routes and check the traffic plan before leaving home.
- Public Transport: Use public transport to minimize congestion.
- Travel Plans: Especially for those heading to the airport or railway stations, plan your journey considering these traffic restrictions.