Delhi might have to alter their plans as the will be observed. Special travel arrangements to be made Chhath Puja Traffic Advisory The Delhi Traffic Police has issued a list of alternate routes and road closures that will be put into effect during the festival rush.
Why has the Delhi Traffic Police issued a warning?
Chhath Puja is an important festival celebrated in honor of Sun God. People perform rituals and offer prayers around water bodies, ponds, and rivers.In Delhi, number of places along the Yamuna and other water bodies are anticipated to witness huge congregations. To cater the escalated traffic, Delhi Traffic Police has already issued restrictions, diversions, and alternative routes for the commuters.
Seven Alternative Routes Announced for Delhi Commuters
1. Delhi-Dehradun Expressway: Commuters can take this expressway for the route towards affected areas.
2. Grand Trunk (GT) Road: Another alternative for those wishing to avoid the highway congestion.
3. Nanaksar T-Point to Khajuri Chowk: This route can be an option for the passengers going towards Nanaksar and Sonia Vihar.
4. RTC Pusta Road: This road is part of the proposed route to Sonia Vihar.
5. It is suggested for the commuters heading for Sonia Vihar Chauhan Patti to travel on this route corridor.
6. This road is an optional route for motorists to follow as part of the recommended diversion.
7. SDM Office Diversion: motorists can proceed to the SDM office take diversion there and proceed to the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway.
Which Roads Should Commuters Avoid During Chhath Puja?
Police restrictions and diversions have been announced on three stretches of roads for commuters – from Shanti Van to Shamshan (Nigambodh) Ghat, from Nanaksar T-Point to Sonia Vihar Toll Tax and from Pusta Road to Shastri Park to Khajuri Khas Chowk. Commuters are advised to take alternative routes and follow police directions.
Car Parking Areas in Delhi
Authorities have provided parking space around the Chhath Puja sites such as Yamuna Khadar near DND, West Vinod Nagar, Khajuri Khas Metro Station, Nanaksar Gurdwara, Chhath Park, Mandoli Teela and Pusta Road NHAI parking. Parking on roads in and around the festive sites is being discouraged.
Delhi Government Accelerates Chhath Puja 2026 Preparations
The government of Delhi has also stepped up arrangements to cater to the large number of devotees during the festival. The main arrangement is a new Chhath ghat built along the Munak Canal the ghat is around 11 kilometres long. Devotees from Delhi, Bihar, Jharkhand and eastern Uttar Pradesh are expected to take part.
Crucial Traffic Guidelines for Delhi Commuters
Delhi Traffic Police has issued several guidelines and suggested that they should plan their travel in advance, avoid NOC, opt for alternate routes, and park in designated areas only. For any kind of help, commuters can call the traffic helpline 1095 or 011 25844444. WhatsApp helpline number 8750871493.