Jagran Correspondent | New Delhi: As heavy rain lashed parts of Delhi on Tuesday morning, clogging several areas and prolonging traffic snarls, halting daily travelling. Due to traffic restrictions imposed on the National Highway (DME) for the Kanwar Yatra, people are facing traffic jams on NH-9. Traffic jams are taking place on NH-9 as well.

Long Traffic Snarls

A long traffic jam has occurred on NH-9 (from Ghaziabad to Sarai Kale Khan) since morning. Meanwhile, the Delhi Meerut Expressway has been reserved for the movement of pilgrims, and the movement of ordinary vehicles has been restricted.

Severe congestion was reported in south, east, northeast and west Delhi, particularly around Kalindi Kunj, Ghazipur, Anand Vihar and Dilshad Garden. Traffic police said nearly 2,000 personnel were deployed for Kanwar duty.

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Advisory Issued

Delhi traffic police issued an advisory warning of further disruption on August 12-15 due to the Bharat Vyapar Mahotsav at Bharat Mandapam. Commuters were advised to avoid Mathura Road and Bhairon Marg during peak hours.

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To avoid peak-hour congestion, commuters are strictly advised to steer clear of Mathura Road and Bhairon Marg, where stopping or parking is prohibited between 7:00 AM and 9:00 PM, the advisory mentioned. Any vehicles found parked along these stretches will be towed and penalized, so drivers should use the Ring Road as an alternative route. Travelers heading to ISBTs, railway stations, or airports are urged to plan their journeys well in advance, factor in extra travel time, and rely on public transport whenever possible to help ease traffic flow.

Delhi Weather

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasted light to moderate rainfall across Delhi on Tuesday. While temperatures are expected to remain near or below normal, intermittent sunshine may lead to high humidity.

Delhi recorded a minimum temperature on Tuesday that was recorded at 26.0 degrees Celsius. The day's temperature is expected to hover around 34 degrees Celsius. Clouds will remain throughout the day, with light to moderate rain expected.