Traffic restrictions in Bhubaneswar and Cuttack for Vice President's visit
The Bhubaneswar-Kataka Police Commissionerate has announced phased road closures on 16 November to facilitate the visit of Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan.
Vice President of India C.P. Radhakrishnan will visit Odisha on Monday, 16 November 2026, leading to temporary traffic diversions in the twin cities of Bhubaneswar and Cuttack, according to Pragativadi.
The Vice President is scheduled to arrive at Biju Patnaik International Airport on a special flight from New Delhi in the morning. He will inaugurate a training session for members of the 17th Odisha Legislative Assembly at the Mayfair Lagoon Sanctuary Convention Hall in Bhubaneswar, which covers topics such as budget talks and assembly protocols.
The Governor, Chief Minister, and Assembly Speaker are expected to attend the event. Later, the Vice President will travel to Cuttack to inaugurate the Iconic Tower academic building at Sri Sri University before flying back to Delhi in the evening.
The Bhubaneswar-Kataka Police Commissionerate has issued a public notice detailing phased road closures to manage the VIP convoy. Restrictions will occur between 9:20 AM and 9:45 AM, from 11:20 AM to 11:50 AM, and between 1:05 PM and 1:55 PM.
The closures will affect several key areas including Airport Square, Patia Square, KIIT Square, and the route to Sri Sri University via Baranga and Nandankanan. Emergency vehicles, such as ambulances and fire tenders, will be exempt from these restrictions.
Authorities have advised commuters to use alternative routes and plan their travel in advance. Residents are encouraged to follow instructions from traffic personnel and check for real-time updates from local police.