Chandigarh Traffic Advisory: Roads Closed For Samyukta Kisan Morcha Protest At Sector 43 | Check Alternative Routes

Chandigarh Traffic Advisory: In view of a large-scale farmers' protest on Wednesday, November 26, the Chandigarh Police have announced major traffic restrictions and diversions across key stretches. The protest, organised by the Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM), marks the fifth anniversary of the 2020 ‘Delhi Chalo’ agitation and is expected to see over 10,000 farmers entering the city.

The advisory comes amid heightened security as farmers from Punjab are scheduled to gather at the Sector 43 Dussehra Ground for a day-long event. To manage the influx, the Chandigarh Police have deployed personnel and advised commuters to take alternative routes to avoid inconvenience.

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SKM To Hold Day-Long Protest At Sector 43 Dussehra Ground

The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM) has announced rallies, marches, and public outreach campaigns across India. For Punjab, farmers will travel to Chandigarh, making it the central point for the day's protests, Hindustan Times reported.

The Chandigarh Police have granted permission to the farmers to assemble at the Sector 43 Dussehra Ground for a day-long gathering. In view of the large-scale farmers' protest, the security agencies are anticipating a heavy volume of tractor-trolleys travelling from the Mohali side, and a significant footfall from the protest site.

Chandigarh Traffic Advisory: Check Restricted And Diverted Routes

Traffic movement will be restricted or diverted on the following routes throughout the day.

- From Kajheri Chowk (Sector 42/43-52/53) to Sector 42/43 Small Chowk, extending up to Attawa Chowk (Sector 35/36/42/43).

- From Sector 43/44 light point to the Judicial Academy light point, up to Sector 42/43 Small Chowk.

- Multiple check posts have been set up at key points, such as Attawa Chowk and the 42/43 Small Chowk, to monitor the flow of traffic, the report added.

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The Chandigarh Police have deployed over 1,000 personnel in and around Sector 43 to ensure effective crowd management, safety and rapid response during the day-long gathering. A dedicated reserve force has been kept at Attawa Chowk and near the Judicial Complex, to respond instantly to any emergency or the need for reinforcement.

Authorities have advised commuters to avoid affected stretches and plan their journey via alternative routes.