Delhi Traffic Advisory Issued Ahead of Dr. Manmohan Singh’s State Funeral
Traffic in New Delhi is expected to be significantly impacted on Saturday, December 28, 2024, due to the state funeral of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh. The Delhi Traffic Police has issued an advisory outlining road closures and diversions to accommodate the large influx of dignitaries, VIPs, and the general public expected to attend.
Expect Traffic Disruptions and Diversions
From 7:00 AM onwards, and likely until 3:00 PM, several major routes in Delhi will be affected by traffic restrictions, regulations, and diversions. These include:
- Ring Road (Mahatma Gandhi Marg)
- Nishad Raj Marg
- Boulevard Road
- SPM Marg
- Lothian Road
- Netaji Subhash Marg
Motorists traveling to Old Delhi Railway Station, ISBT, Red Fort, Chandni Chowk, and Tis Hazari Court are strongly advised to leave with ample time to account for potential delays.
Public Transport Encouraged
To alleviate congestion, the Delhi Traffic Police urges the public to consider using public transportation whenever possible.