New Delhi: Commuters travelling through New Delhi and Central Delhi on October 10 should prepare for possible traffic disruptions due to security and law-and-order arrangements. The Delhi Traffic Police has issued an advisory warning that restrictions and diversions may be introduced from 6:00 AM, depending on the situation.
Traffic movement on around 31 routes could be affected, potentially causing delays near major intersections, roundabouts, flyovers and key roads. Motorists are advised to check traffic updates before leaving home and plan alternative routes where necessary.
Delhi Traffic Police Issues Advisory
According to the advisory, traffic restrictions may be enforced on several important roads from 6:00 AM on October 10. The arrangements could affect people travelling towards central government offices, Connaught Place and other parts of central Delhi.
Commuters should allow additional time for their journeys, follow instructions from traffic personnel and remain prepared for last-minute diversions.
List of 31 Routes Where Traffic May Be Affected
The Delhi Traffic Police advisory identifies the following roads and junctions as potentially affected:
- Shankar Road Roundabout via Vande Mataram T-Point towards New Delhi
- Dhaula Kuan Flyover
- Jhandewalan Roundabout
- Panchkuian Roundabout
- Mandi House Roundabout
- Dr Dinesh Nandini/Dalmia Chowk (W-Point)
- Ram Charan Agarwal Chowk (A-Point)
- Minto Road and Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Marg
- Guru Nanak Chowk
- Chelmsford Road T-Point towards the Outer Circle of Connaught Place
- Bhairon Road T-Point towards MGM (Ring Road)
- Lodhi Road Flyover
- Neela Gumbad Roundabout
- Madarsa T-Point
- Samrat Hotel Roundabout
- Sardar Patel Marg and Panchsheel Marg intersection
- Road beneath Bhikaji Cama Place
- Road beneath Moti Bagh Flyover
- Ring Road and San Martin Marg T-Point
- Ashoka Road and Jantar Mantar Road Roundabout
- Windsor Palace Roundabout
- Tolstoy Road and Janpath intersection
- Rail Bhawan Roundabout
- Jai Singh Road and Sansad Marg intersection
- Outer Circle of Connaught Place T-Point towards Barakhamba Road
- Gol Dak Khana Roundabout
- Patel Chowk Roundabout
- Jai Singh Road and Ashoka Road T-Point
- RML Hospital Roundabout
- Outer Circle of Connaught Place T-Point towards Sansad Marg
Note: The source article refers to 31 routes but lists only 30 distinct entries. The original advisory should be checked to confirm the complete list.
What Should Commuters Do?
People travelling through New Delhi and Central Delhi should leave early and account for possible delays. If a journey is not essential, consider postponing it until traffic conditions improve.
Motorists should follow traffic signals, comply with instructions from police personnel and use alternative routes when directed. Checking the latest updates through the Delhi Traffic Police’s official website and social media channels before departure can also help commuters avoid affected roads.
Delhi Traffic Police Advises Advance Planning
The Delhi Traffic Police has urged residents and visitors to plan their travel according to their needs on October 10. People heading towards central Delhi should remain alert to changing traffic arrangements and allow extra time to reach their destinations.
Since restrictions may depend on prevailing security requirements, commuters should rely on official traffic updates for the latest information.
Disclaimer
This article is based on the traffic information provided in the source material. The actual implementation of restrictions, affected roads and diversion arrangements may change according to the situation. Commuters should verify the latest information through official Delhi Traffic Police announcements before travelling.