Delhi traffic advisory for Republic Day 2024: Check out restrictions, alternative routes, key details
economictimes.indiatimes.comRepublic Day Parade 2024: As the nation prepares for the grand Republic Day celebrations in the capital, the Delhi Police has issued a traffic advisory outlining arrangements and restrictions to ensure a smooth flow of events. The Republic Day parade, scheduled to commence at 10.30 am from Vijay Chowk and proceed towards the Red Fort grounds, will prompt several traffic adjustments along its route.
Key points from the Delhi Police traffic advisory for Republic Day Parade 2024
Kartavya Path Closure: Starting from 6 pm on Wednesday, Kartavya Path from Vijay Chowk to India Gate will be closed to all traffic until the parade concludes.
Additionally, cross-traffic on Kartavya Path at Rafi Marg, Janpath, Man Singh Road will be restricted from 10 pm on Wednesday until the parade concludes.
Parade Route: The parade route encompasses Vijay Chowk, Kartavya Path, C-Hexagon, Subhas Chandra Bose roundabout, Tilak Marg, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, Netaji Subhas Marg, and Red Fort.
Traffic Restrictions: Specific traffic closures include C-Hexagon to India Gate from 9:15 am on Thursday until the parade crosses Tilak Marg. From 10:30 am on Thursday, traffic on Tilak Marg, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, and Netaji Subhas Marg will be restricted, with cross-traffic permitted based on the parade's movement.
Alternative Routes: Alternative routes are suggested for commuters, such as the route from Madarsa, Lodhi Road T-point via Aurobindo Marg, AIIMS Chowk, Ring Road-Dhaula Kuan, Vande Matram Marg, and Shankar Road to reach Mandir Marg.
For those travelling to New Delhi railway station from south Delhi, routes through Dhaula Kuan, Vande Matram Marg, Panchkuian Road, Connaught Place Outer Circle, Chelmsford Road, Paharganj side, and Minto Road
