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With thousands of devotees expected to gather at Chhath Puja ghats across Delhi, the Delhi Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory to manage congestion and ensure smooth movement during the festivities. The restrictions and diversions will be in place from Monday afternoon (October 27) to Tuesday morning (October 28), affecting major roads near key Chhath Puja locations. Key Locations Affected In east and northeast Delhi, some of the busiest ghats include: Gandhi Nagar Chhath Poojan Samiti Naav Ghat near the Old Iron Bridge Purvanchal Nav Nirman Sangtan Ghat Satyamev Jayate Ghat near Geeta Colony These areas are expected to draw huge crowds of over 45,000 devotees each. The DND Yamuna Khadar and Chhath Ghat near Shastri Park are also anticipated to witness heavy footfall. Traffic flow around Geeta Colony, IP Extension, and Shastri Park is expected to be slow. Traffic Diversions and Restrictions The Delhi Traffic Police has outlined several diversions and road closures: Bhajanpura: Commercial vehicles will be banned on GT Road from Shastri Park to Yudhishthir Setu between 5 pm and 7 pm on Monday and 5 am and 7 am on Tuesday. Gandhi Nagar: Shantivan Loop and Laxmi Nagar to Kailash Nagar Road will be closed from 5 pm to 6 pm on Monday and 5 am to 7 am on Tuesday. Traffic will be diverted via the Disused Canal Road. Khajuri Khas: Vehicles towards Sonia Vihar will be diverted from Nanaksar to Old Wazirabad Road. Central, North, South, and West Delhi In central and north Delhi, major gatherings are expected at: Shyam Ghat in Jagatpur (over 100,000 devotees) Shani Mandir Ghat and Vaasudev Ghat near ISBT Majnu Ka Tilla, Burari, and Wazirabad Road are also likely to see heavy traffic due to large crowds. In South and Southeast Delhi, Kalindi Kunj will be a major hotspot, where up to 3 lakh people are expected at Bhola Ghat. Other areas like Aya Nagar and Sangam Vihar will also experience congestion. In NorthWest and outer Delhi, crowds are anticipated at Bhalswa Lake and Majlis Park metro station, which will impact traffic on stretches such as Outer Ring Road and Bawana. In West Delhi, gatherings at Surya Upasana Park in Dabri, Vishwas Park in Raja Puri, and Chhath Puja Park in Mangolpuri are expected to cause delays along nearby roads. Alternative Travel Options and Parking Guidelines Given the anticipated traffic disruptions, commuters are encouraged to use the Delhi Metro and other public transport options to avoid road congestion. Roadside parking will be prohibited near ghats, with parking only allowed in designated lots. Patience and Cooperation Requested Delhi Traffic Police has appealed to motorists to remain patient, follow traffic rules, and cooperate with the police personnel deployed at critical intersections. No restrictions will apply to routes leading to New Delhi Railway Station, Old Delhi Railway Station, Nizamuddin Railway Station, and ISBT, although travellers should plan for possible delays. By adhering to the advisory, Delhi residents can ensure smoother travel during the Chhath Puja celebrations, while also helping to maintain public safety and order.
