- By Nidhi Giri
- Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:12 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Mumbai Traffic Advisory: There will be temporary traffic restrictions on the Western Express Highway on Tuesday in view of VVIP movement around Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the President of France, Emmanuel Macron’s visit. Commuters are advised to plan their travel in advance to avoid inconvenience.
The order for restrictions was issued by Ajit Borhade, Deputy Commissioner of Police, Traffic (Western Suburbs), Mumbai, under Section 115 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988.
Heavy Motor Vehicles (HMVs) will not be allowed on both lanes of the Western Express Highway between Vakola Flyover and Dahisar Toll Naka from 8 am to 9 pm on Tuesday, as per Mumbai Traffic Police.
The restrictions will not be applicable for ambulances, fire brigade vehicles, police vehicles and other essential services. Vehicles that have valid permits for movement will also be exempted.
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According to a statement by the Ministry of External Affairs, the French President will be visiting from February 17 to February 19.
As part of the visit, PM Modi and President Macron will hold wide-ranging discussions to further strengthen bilateral cooperation under the Horizon 2047 Roadmap, which outlines the long-term vision for the India-France Strategic Partnership, and will also jointly inaugurate the India-France Year of Innovation 2026 in Mumbai.