Delhi Traffic Advisory: 30 Diversions Expected for CJP Protest
Delhi Traffic Police issues advisory for 30 diversion points on Oct 10 due to CJP protest at Jantar Mantar. Plan your route to avoid delays.
Commuters in the national capital should prepare for significant disruptions as the Delhi Traffic Police has issued a major advisory regarding potential traffic diversions across 30 locations on October 10. This move comes in response to a planned protest by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) at Jantar Mantar, which has prompted heightened security and traffic management measures throughout the city.
Protest at Jantar Mantar Triggers Massive Diversions
The CJP is scheduled to hold a demonstration at Jantar Mantar, raising concerns over alleged irregularities in electoral rolls. The party has specifically demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and has voiced strong opposition to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Due to the potential law and order situation, police have announced that traffic diversions will be enforced starting from 6 am on Saturday, though these measures will remain dynamic based on real-time ground assessments.
Key Locations Impacted by Traffic Restrictions
Travelers are advised to avoid non-essential trips, particularly those heading toward railway stations, inter-state bus terminals (ISBTs), and the airport via New Delhi and Central Delhi. The following key areas are expected to face significant vehicular movement restrictions:
- Shankar Road-Vande Mataram 'T' Point
- Dhaula Kuan Flyover
- Jhandewalan and Panchkuian
- Mandi House
- Minto Road-Deen Dayal Upadhyay Marg
- Guru Nanak Chowk
- Connaught Place and Jantar Mantar Road
Additional congestion and diversions are likely near the Lodhi Road Flyover, Neela Gumbad, Samrat Hotel roundabout, and the Sardar Patel Marg-Panchsheel Marg crossing. Other sensitive zones include Bhikaji Cama Place, Moti Bagh Flyover, Windsor Palace roundabout, Rail Bhawan roundabout, Patel Chowk, and the RML Hospital roundabout.
Advice for Commuters
The Delhi Traffic Police has urged the public to plan their journeys well in advance and allow for extra travel time to avoid being stranded in congestion. Because the situation is evolving, the police have emphasized that restrictions may be relaxed or tightened depending on the protest's scale.
To minimize inconvenience, commuters are encouraged to:
- Monitor Live Updates: Check the official Delhi Traffic Police website and social media handles for real-time alerts and alternative routes.
- Stay Alert: Follow all on-ground instructions provided by traffic personnel.
- Seek Assistance: For immediate help or information regarding traffic issues, citizens can contact the traffic police helpline at 1095 or 011-25844444.