Ahead of Dussehra celebrations, Delhi Police’s traffic advisory routes to avoid

With the Dussehra celebrations just around the corner, the Delhi Traffic Police have issued an advisory, urging motorists to steer clear of specific routes to save time. This measure comes in anticipation of large gatherings over the weekend due to the grand Ramlilas organised by the Shri Dharmik Leela Committee, Luv Kush Ram Lila Committee and Nav Dharmik Ram Lila Committee. These events will captivate audiences at 15th August Park and Madhav Das Park in Delhi.

Starting from October 15 and continuing until October 25, the Ramlilas will commence daily at 6:00 p.m. As the crowd is likely to swell significantly from October 20 onwards, the Delhi Traffic Police implemented traffic management plans to ensure the smooth regulation of vehicles around the iconic Red Fort.

Senior police officers have advised the general public to utilise the efficient services of Delhi Metro and other public transport facilities to reach these venues, given the massive footfall expected. For the convenience of commuters, the traffic police introduced several diversions and instructions to streamline traffic flow, reported Times of India.

- Netaji Subhas Marg from Daryaganj will be diverted to Nishad Raj Marg in case of congestion.

- Vehicles approaching Red Fort from Chatta Rail will be diverted to Salimgarh bypass and Mahatma Gandhi Marg if traffic congestion occurs on NS Marg.

- Diversions for commercial vehicles and buses will be planned based on the traffic flow in front of the Red Fort.

- The police have strongly encouraged visitors to utilise the Metro system to reach the Ram Lila venues, emphasising the feasibility and efficiency of public transport.

- The nearest Metro stations facilitating access to the celebrations are Red Fort and Jama Masjid on the Violet Line and Chandni Chowk and Chawri Bazaar on the Yellow Line.

- Due to limited parking space and the anticipation of large crowds, commuters are strongly recommended to explore alternative public transportation options.

- Planning is key; all visitors are advised to make advance travel arrangements to avoid last-minute hassles.

- For app-based taxis or TSRs (Three-Wheeler Scooters), commuters are advised to select drop and pickup points such as Chatta Rail or Daryaganj to facilitate a smoother flow of traffic.