Delhi police announce traffic restrictions near Yamuna ghats for Chhath Puja
Regulations will affect roads near several riverfront locations from 2 pm on November 15 until 8 am on November 16.
Delhi Traffic Police issued an advisory on Saturday regarding potential traffic regulations near various Yamuna ghats for Chhath Puja celebrations on November 15 and 16. According to reports from Hindustan Times, the impact is expected to last from 2 pm on November 15 until 8 am on November 16.
The restrictions will involve roads near Ram Ghat, Soor Ghat, and Bajrangi Ghat in Wazirabad, Vasudev Ghat near ISBT, and Hathi Ghat in the IP Estate area. Affected stretches may include Bundh Road, Wazirabad Road, Vikas Marg, and various approach roads to the ghats.
Police stated that traffic on roads adjoining these sites will be managed based on devotee movement and current conditions. The measures aim to protect devotees, facilitate vehicle movement, and reduce commuter inconvenience.
In Ghaziabad, traffic diversions will begin at 12 noon on November 15 and continue through November 16. Trigun Bisen, DCP (traffic), told Hindustan Times that heavy vehicles are restricted from entering the city limits during this period.
The Ghaziabad celebrations are expected at approximately 79 locations, including major sites at the Hindon river, Indirapuram, Muradnagar, and Tronica City. Motorists in Delhi are advised to follow diversion signs and cooperate with deployed personnel to avoid congestion.