with Independence Day The Delhi Police has enforced strict traffic restrictions and diversions for the smooth conduct of the festival. These measures, implemented from August 12, will remain in force till August 15.

Heavy vehicles banned, routes changed

To manage the expected influx of people in the national capital, heavy transport vehicles (HTVs) have been banned from entering Delhi from 10 pm on August 12 to 12 noon on August 13 and then again from 10 pm on August 14 to 12 noon on August 15. The decision is aimed at reducing congestion on roads and facilitating easy movement for commuters.

Many bus routes have also been changed. Buses running between ISBT and Faridabad (Badarpur) will either stop at Sarai Kale Khan or go via Ring Road. Apart from this, buses going towards Loni Border will use Wazirabad Bridge, while buses going towards Ghaziabad will use ISBT Bridge.

The advisory said that local city buses, including DTC, will not ply on Ring Road between ISBT Kashmere Gate and Ring Road, NH-24, NH ‘T’-Point (Nizamuddin Khatta) from 12 am to 11 pm on Thursday and will use alternative routes available.

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Public advice

Delhi Police has urged citizens to cooperate with traffic restrictions and follow the instructions of the personnel deployed on duty. Essential service providers have been advised to stock up on essential items like oxygen cylinders in advance to avoid any inconvenience during this period.

If you are visiting Delhi, plan your trip in advance and avoid travelling within the city on Independence Day. Public transport, especially the metro, is the best mode of transport within the city at this time.

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