Commuters travelling through central Delhi on Thursday (November 5) should expect traffic restrictions and diversions between 4 pm and 6 pm due to a scheduled programme at Indira Gandhi Stadium organised by the Sports Authority of India (SAI).

The Delhi Traffic Police has announced restrictions on several key roads surrounding the stadium, including Secretariat Road and Velodrome Road. Traffic on other major stretches may also be regulated or diverted depending on congestion during the event.

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Affected Routes

According to the advisory, vehicular movement will be restricted on Secretariat Road and Velodrome Road from 4 pm onwards. Traffic regulations may also affect the following roads:

- Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg

- Jawaharlal Nehru (JLN) Marg

- Mahatma Gandhi Marg (Ring Road)

- IP Marg

- Vikas Marg

Traffic Diversions

The traffic police have identified several stretches where diversions or restrictions may be introduced depending on the prevailing situation:

- Ring Road: Shanti Van Crossing towards Bhairon Marg Crossing.

- Salimgarh Bypass: Geeta Colony Flyover underpass towards IP Flyover.

- W-Point: Traffic movement towards Delhi Gate.

- Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg: Traffic may be regulated.

- JLN Marg: Delhi Gate towards Rajghat.

- Power House Road: Rajghat towards Kishan Ghat.

- IP Marg and Vikas Marg: ITO towards Yamuna Bridge.

Parking Restrictions

Parking will not be permitted on the following roads during the scheduled arrangements:

- Secretariat Road

- Velodrome Road

- IP Marg

- Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg

- Vikas Marg

- JLN Marg

- Mahatma Gandhi Marg (Ring Road)

- Salimgarh Bypass

- Power House Road

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What Commuters Should Keep In Mind

The Delhi Traffic Police has advised commuters to:

- Plan their journeys and use alternative routes wherever possible.

- Avoid roadside parking along the affected stretches.

- Follow instructions issued by traffic personnel.

- Allow additional travel time when travelling to New Delhi Railway Station or the airport.

Commuters are advised to check traffic updates before starting their journeys and avoid the affected stretches during the 4 pm to 6 pm window wherever possible.