New Delhi
oi-Ashish Rana
Traffic restrictions will be in place in Chittaranjan Park (CR Park) and Greater Kailash-II in South Delhi from October 16 to 20 due to Durga Puja celebrations. The Delhi Traffic Police has warned commuters about possible congestion and advised visitors to use the Metro to reach the pandals.
Traffic restrictions are in place in Chittaranjan Park and Greater Kailash-II, South Delhi, from Oct 16-20, 4 pm-midnight for Durga Puja, with Delhi Traffic Police advising Metro use due to expected congestion on several roads.
The restrictions will remain in force daily from 4 pm to midnight. A large number of devotees and visitors from Delhi and nearby areas are expected to attend the celebrations.
Which Roads Will Face Traffic Jams?
The Delhi Traffic Police expects heavy traffic on several major roads during the evening hours. The affected stretches include the Outer Ring Road between Vasant Vihar and Modi Mill Flyover, Lala Lajpat Rai Marg near CR Park, and August Kranti Marg between Ring Road and Outer Ring Road.
Traffic congestion is also likely on Mehrauli-Badarpur Road between Khanpur and Jamia Hamdard, Guru Ravidas Marg between DDA Flats in Kalkaji and Jamia Hamdard, and Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg between Khanpur and Chirag Delhi Flyover.
Motorists may also face delays on Josip Broz Tito Marg between Chirag Delhi Flyover and Moolchand Flyover, along with internal roads in CR Park and Greater Kailash-II.
TRAFFIC ADVISORY | DURGA PUJA CELEBRATIONS 2026In view of Durga Puja celebrations in Chittaranjan Park (C.R. Park) and Greater Kailash-II from 16–20 October 2026, traffic restrictions will be in place from 4:00 PM to 12:00 Midnight daily.Devotees and commuters are advised to use Delhi Metro, avoid affected roads, refrain from unauthorised parking and allow extra travel time.Delhi Traffic Police appeals to all commuters to plan their journeys in advance, follow traffic regulations and cooperate with personnel on duty.📢 Please refer to the detailed traffic advisory for restrictions and affected routes.#DelhiTrafficPolice #TrafficAdvisory #DurgaPuja2026 #DTPUpdates
— Delhi Traffic Police (@dtptraffic) October 16, 2026
Why Are Traffic Restrictions Being Imposed?
According to the traffic police advisory, the Durga Puja pandals are located inside residential colonies where roads are narrow and visitor parking facilities are limited.
The advisory stated, “The pandals are located within residential colonies with limited road space and no visitor parking area. Heavy footfall and traffic congestion are expected throughout the evening hours.”
The restrictions aim to manage the expected rush and help devotees reach the celebrations safely.
Delhi Traffic Police Advises Visitors To Use Metro
The traffic police has advised people visiting CR Park to use the Delhi Metro. Visitors can get off at Greater Kailash or Nehru Enclave Metro stations and walk to the pandals.
Commuters have also been asked to start their journeys early, keep extra time for travel and avoid affected roads unless necessary. They should follow instructions issued by traffic personnel.
Rules For Private Vehicles And Parking
Motorists have been advised not to bring private vehicles into CR Park. Parking on roads and footpaths near the pandals is prohibited under the advisory.
Taxi and autorickshaw drivers have also been asked not to stop on main carriageways to pick up or drop off passengers. The traffic police has urged everyone to plan their journeys in advance and cooperate with personnel deployed in the affected areas.
