New Delhi: The Delhi Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory and stepped up security arrangements across the national capital for Dussehra and Durga Puja celebrations on Tuesday, October 20. Commuters have been warned of possible congestion, slow-moving traffic and diversions on major roads, particularly in East Delhi and around Chittaranjan Park (C.R. Park) and Greater Kailash-II in South Delhi.

🚧 East Delhi: Diversions Likely Between 5 PM and 8 PM

Traffic diversions may be enforced on key arterial roads in East Delhi between 5 pm and 8 pm, depending on traffic conditions. The following roads are likely to experience congestion or diversions during Dussehra celebrations:

• NH-24

• Vikas Marg

• Road No. 57

• Road No. 57A

• Road No. 56

🌺 C.R. Park and Greater Kailash-II: Heavy Traffic from 4 PM to Midnight

Durga Puja celebrations in C.R. Park and Greater Kailash-II are expected to draw large crowds between 4 pm and midnight, with heavy traffic expected daily from October  20. The affected roads and stretches include:

The Durga Puja pandals are located within residential colonies with limited road space and no visitor parking areas. Heavy pedestrian movement and traffic congestion are therefore expected throughout the evening.

🚗 Advice for Commuters and Visitors

The Delhi Traffic Police has issued the following advice:

• Plan alternative routes to avoid affected areas of East Delhi during peak evening hours.

• Allow extra travel time for routine journeys.

• Use the Delhi Metro to reach C.R. Park and avoid parking difficulties.

• Visitors heading to the C.R. Park and Greater Kailash-II pandals can use taxi or auto-rickshaw drop-off points at Greater Kailash Metro Station and Nehru Enclave Metro Station, then walk to the venues.

• Start early and follow directions from traffic personnel on duty.

• Drive slowly near celebration grounds because of heavy pedestrian movement.

• Park only in authorised parking areas. Unauthorised parking will not be permitted in or around the affected areas.

• Do not drive private vehicles into C.R. Park and Greater Kailash-II during restriction hours.

• Do not park on roads, footpaths or near the pandals.

• Do not stop taxis or auto-rickshaws on main carriageways to drop off passengers.

• Avoid affected traffic corridors unless necessary.

Vehicles parked illegally or obstructing traffic will be towed away immediately, and action will be taken under the law. Illegal roadside parking in areas affected by Dussehra traffic restrictions will also attract strict enforcement.

🛡️ Security Arrangements Across Delhi

Security has been strengthened at celebration venues across West Delhi. DCP (West District) Hareshwar V Swami said police personnel had been deployed at 43 Ramlila venues and 16 Durga Puja locations. The arrangements have been in place for the past nine days, with female police personnel and additional support from the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) planned for Dussehra.

Joint CP Suman Goyal said the police were maintaining heightened vigilance because of the expected crowds and VIP visits. Special arrangements have been made to manage VIP movements, particularly in Dwarka and other areas, while ensuring that the public can attend the celebrations without inconvenience.

🚦 Special Arrangements at Hanuman Mandir and Delhi Gate

Central Range DCP Traffic K Ramesh said special traffic arrangements had been in place for the past 10 days to manage movement around Ramlila events. With large crowds and VIP movements expected on Dussehra, traffic police personnel have been deployed at locations including Hanuman Mandir and Delhi Gate to manage traffic and guide visitors.

📲 How to Get Live Traffic Updates

Commuters can check the Delhi Traffic Police's official platforms for real-time traffic information, alternative routes and further alerts:

Conclusion: Commuters are advised to plan their journeys in advance, allow extra travel time and follow Delhi Traffic Police instructions to avoid congestion during Dussehra and Durga Puja celebrations. Using public transport, especially the Metro, is strongly recommended for those heading to pandals in C.R. Park and Greater Kailash-II.