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Delhi police traffic advisory for Diwali season

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The comprehensive plan enforces strict no-parking corridors, towing operations, and detour routes around the Anand Vihar ISBT to facilitate interstate passenger flows. Commuters headed toward destinations like Ghaziabad or Sarai Kale Khan are directed to bypass the area using the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway and GT Road. Meanwhile, widespread festival traffic has already extended trips between Delhi and Noida to nearly two hours, causing massive holdups on corridors like Vikas Marg and the Barapullah Flyover.

Key points

  • Travelers heading toward NH-24 and Ghaziabad should utilize GT Road or the Delhi-Dehradun…: Travelers heading toward NH-24 and Ghaziabad should utilize GT Road or the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway to bypass Anand Vihar.
  • Private vehicles visiting the Anand Vihar terminal area must use designated parking facil…: Private vehicles visiting the Anand Vihar terminal area must use designated parking facilities located on Kaushambi Road.
  • Major commercial shopping areas including Chandni Chowk, South Extension, and Lajpat Naga…: Major commercial shopping areas including Chandni Chowk, South Extension, and Lajpat Nagar are facing significant vehicular bottlenecks.

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The restrictions cover key roads around the interstate bus terminal, including Road No. 56 and Road No. 57. Parking and vehicle halting will also be prohibited along important stretches, particularly near the entry and exit gates of Anand Vihar ISBT. Commuters travelling towards NH-24, Sarai Kale Khan and Barapulla have been advised to take alternative routes through GT Road and the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway.

Why has Delhi Police announced traffic restrictions around Anand Vihar?

The special arrangements have been introduced to manage the expected increase in passenger movement during the festive season.Dhanteras, Diwali, Bhai Dooj and Chhath Puja are expected to bring a large number of passengers to Anand Vihar ISBT and adjoining transport hubs.

Anand Vihar is an important transport point connecting Delhi with several destinations in Uttar Pradesh and other parts of the region. The expected movement of passengers and vehicles could lead to congestion around the bus terminal and nearby railway stations.

To prevent traffic bottlenecks, Delhi Traffic Police has announced restrictions, diversions and designated parking arrangements for the 11-day period.

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