Delhi Police issues traffic advisory for Putin’s visit, key central roads to be closed, diversions announced Photos: X]
Russian President Vladimir Putin landed in Delhi for the two-day India-Russia summit. Residents and commuters must brace for serious traffic disruptions. The Delhi Police has announced restricted vehicle movement on several important roads and implemented diversions to secure the smooth passage of official convoys.
This advisory comes as part of heightened security measures and logistical planning around the visit, affecting daily travel in central Delhi.
On December 5, the Delhi Police will enforce no-parking and no-stopping rules on major roads from early morning.
The affected areas/roads include: Mother Teresa Crescent, Teen Murti Marg, Akbar Road, MLNP and Janpath Road.
Authorities have warned that any vehicle parked in these zones will be immediately towed, and owners may face fines or other penalties.
In addition, more roads such as Firoz Shah Road, Sikandra Road, Windsor Place, Mandi House, Mathura Road and Bhairon Marg will also face restrictions or restrictions on stoppages at various times during the day.
The advisory includes a list of diversion routes and recommended alternatives to help commuters avoid trouble. Roads such as Vande Matram Marg, Yashwant Place, Maulana Azad Road, K. Kamraj Marg, Raisina Road, Rafi Marg, DDU Marg and Asaf Ali Road are suggested as viable alternatives.
Commuters heading to ISBTs, railway stations, airports, or central Delhi are urged to plan extra time for travel or switch to public transport where possible.
The traffic advisory is part of a larger security operation for Putin’s state visit. The capital is under heavy guard with multi-layered security arrangements involving thousands of personnel, drone and CCTV surveillance, and route sanitisation.
Authorities say the restrictions and diversions are essential to ensure the safe and smooth movement of the VVIP convoy, as well as to prevent any last-minute rush or security breach.
Residents and daily commuters in central Delhi should expect delays, diversions, and restricted access during much of Friday. A little planning and cooperation now can spare a lot of headache.
