Delhi Traffic Guidelines for New Year's Eve Celebrations
Traffic Advisory for New Year's Eve in Delhi
Are you planning to celebrate New Year's Eve today? It would be wise to check the traffic guidelines in place for several key locations in Delhi as the city prepares to welcome 2026. Ahead of the New Year festivities, the Delhi Traffic Police has issued several advisories to ensure smooth traffic flow in major areas, including Paharganj, Saket, and Connaught Place. These travel advisories encompass road diversions, traffic restrictions, and general instructions from the traffic police. Travelers are also encouraged to plan their journeys in advance.
Connaught Place Traffic Restrictions
Due to the expected large crowds near Connaught Place, the traffic police have announced vehicle restrictions in several areas. Access will be restricted for vehicles around Mandi House, Bengali Market, the northern slopes of Ranjit Singh Flyover, and from Minto Road to the Dindayal Upadhyay Marg crossing. These restrictions will be in effect from 7:00 PM on December 31 until the conclusion of the celebrations. Furthermore, only vehicles with valid entry passes will be allowed into the inner, middle, or outer circles of Connaught Place. Regarding parking, the Delhi Traffic Police has designated specific areas for parking, including Kali Bari Marg, P. Pant Marg, and Bhai Vir Singh Marg.
Alternative Routes and Additional Restrictions
Additionally, alternative routes for north-south and east-west traffic have been announced. In light of heavy pedestrian traffic, vehicle access will be restricted at India Gate. Areas such as Q Point, Mandi House, Mathura Road to Old Fort, and the Golden Mosque Road will also see vehicle restrictions. In South Delhi, the Saket area will experience road impacts, with alternative routes and restrictions announced. The Press Enclave Road and internal roads of Saket and Pushp Vihar will be affected. Alternative routes include Sheikh Sarai Red Light, Asian Market Red Light, and PTS Malviya Nagar Red Light. Heavy vehicles and DTC (Digital Traffic Control) vehicles will be prohibited from entering both lanes of Press Enclave Road and MB Road.
Official Traffic Advisory
TRAFFIC ADVISORY
— Delhi Traffic Police (@dtptraffic) December 30, 2025
IN CONNECTION WITH NEW YEAR EVE CELEBRATIONS – 2026 IN THE CONNAUGHT PLACE AREA AND ITS SURROUNDINGS
In view of the anticipated rush, Delhi Traffic Police has made special traffic arrangements to ensure safety and smooth traffic flow.
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