Dussehra Celebrations To Affect Traffic In East Delhi, Check Roads To Avoid And Diversion Timings

New Delhi: The Delhi Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory ahead of Dussehra celebrations on Tuesday (October 20), warning commuters of heavy pedestrian and vehicular movement in East Delhi. Traffic diversions will remain in effect, as required, from 5 PM to 8 PM on several roads in the area.

Representative Image: Dussehra celebrations may cause traffic congestion in East Delhi, with diversions on five key roads from 5 PM to 8 PM.

According to the advisory, traffic restrictions and diversions may affect NH-24, Road No. 57, Road No. 57A, Road No. 56 and Vikas Marg during the specified hours.

Commuters have been advised to avoid these roads wherever possible, use alternative routes and plan their journeys accordingly to minimise inconvenience.

Delhi Traffic Police Issues Guidelines For Commuters

The Delhi Traffic Police has urged motorists to plan their journeys in advance and allow extra travel time while travelling through East Delhi. Commuters have also been asked to park only in designated parking areas and avoid roadside parking.

Motorists have been advised to drive carefully, remain patient and follow traffic rules, diversion signs and instructions issued by traffic police personnel deployed in the area.

Commuters can contact the Delhi Traffic Police through its official social media platforms and helpline numbers for real-time updates and assistance.

Commuters travelling through East Delhi on Tuesday evening are advised to check for traffic updates before starting their journeys and allow sufficient time to reach their destinations.

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