The stage is set for Delhi’s Republic Day parade rehearsal, but it means major traffic shake-ups for the city. With the event kicking off early Thursday morning, the Delhi Traffic Police has rolled out a detailed advisory listing roads to steer clear of.
At the heart of the restrictions is the ceremonial boulevard from Rashtrapati Bhavan to India Gate. Expect closures on Kartavya Path (formerly Rajpath), Refail Marg, and Man Singh Road. The no-entry timeline runs from 5 AM to 2 PM, impacting office-goers and daily travelers alike.
Prohibitions extend to commercial vehicles on routes like Delhi Gate to Kashmiri Gate and Lodhi Road. Emergency vehicles will have priority passages, but private cars and two-wheelers must follow diversions at key junctions including Mandi House and Pragati Maidan tunnels.
For those unavoidable trips, police recommend flyovers like the one at Daryaganj and JLN Marg. The advisory also flags 40+ no-parking areas spanning central Delhi, with towing in full force.
This is standard protocol for the high-security event, which rehearses everything from tank displays to tableau presentations. Last year’s rehearsal saw similar curbs, causing hours-long jams for the unprepared.
Delhiites are encouraged to check live traffic cams and use apps like Google Maps for dynamic routing. With Republic Day around the corner, embracing these changes honors the occasion’s significance. Safe travels, and Jai Hind!