Traffic movement across central Delhi is likely to be heavily disrupted today due to a proposed gathering and demonstration at Central Park in Connaught Place. The Delhi Traffic Police has issued a detailed advisory warning commuters about potential gridlocks starting 3 PM in and around Connaught Place and several adjoining vital intersections, advising citizens to plan their journeys well in advance.
Authorities have urged the public to check route updates before leaving home and to keep extra travel time in hand to avoid last-minute hassles. Commuters have been strongly advised to use public transport such as the metro instead of private vehicles wherever possible. Police officials noted that dynamic traffic diversions might be implemented on the ground depending on real-time ground situations to manage congestion effectively.
Major Roads and Intersections Likely to be Affected
According to the advisory, traffic flow is expected to slow down significantly on Sansad Marg, Baba Kharak Singh Marg, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Marg, and Panchkuian Road. Motorists heading through Basant Lane, Chelmsford Road, Minto Road, and Barakhamba Road may also face severe delays. Other impacted corridors include Kasturba Gandhi Marg, Janpath, roads surrounding Rail Bhavan, and Rafi Road.
Important junctions such as C-Hexagon, Patel Chowk, Mandi House, Windsor Place, Gol Dakkhana, and Ashoka Road (stretching from GPO to C-Hexagon) are projected to witness heavy vehicle pressure. Commuters traveling via Tilak Marg, Tolstoy Road, and Sikandra Road are also encouraged to consider alternate routes to bypass expected traffic bottlenecks.
Police Appeal and Security Measures
Reiterating its commitment to maintaining order, the traffic department has asked drivers to strictly follow instructions given by traffic personnel deployed on duty. Adequate security and deployment measures have been put in place around Connaught Place and surrounding diplomatic and commercial zones to handle any emergent crowd management scenarios.
Citizens planning trips to Connaught Place, Mandi House, Patel Chowk, or other busy districts of New Delhi are advised to stay updated via official handles of the Delhi Traffic Police and utilize helpline services for real-time navigation support, ensuring a smoother commute amidst the restrictions.
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