Delhi Traffic

CM Rekha Gupta approves ₹1200 crore funds for Delhi Transport Corporation

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday said that her government has approved a grant of Rs 1,200 crore for the Delhi Transport Corporation. Out of the total allocation released by the Finance Department, Rs 1,100 crore has been earmarked for payment of salaries, pensions and other statutory dues of DTC employees and pensioners, she said. "The grant reflects the government's commitment to the dignity and financial security of Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) employees and pensioners," Gupta added. She said DTC employees work tirelessly in all conditions to keep Delhi moving, and the government has ensured that senior pensioners and serving staff never have to wait for their rightful dues. According to officials, the grant also includes Rs 100 crore allocation for developing an advanced traffic system to improve traffic flow and the development of commercial electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the city. "DTC and its workforce are the lifeline of Delhi's public transport syste

Traffic curbs in parts of Delhi on Feb 9 due to official event at Rajghat

Delhi Traffic Police has announced traffic restrictions and diversions at several locations on February 9 in connection with an official function at the Mahatma Gandhi Smriti Sthal in Rajghat. According to the advisory, special traffic arrangements will be in place from 10 am to 12 noon on February 9, during which diversions will be imposed depending on the movement of dignitaries. Commuters can expect traffic diversions at some key points, including the ITO Chowk, Delhi Gate, Guru Nanak Chowk, Shanti Van Chowk and the IP Flyover, the advisory said. Restrictions and diversions may also be imposed on stretches such as ITO Chowk to Delhi Gate on Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, Shanti Van Chowk till the IP Flyover, Delhi Gate to N S Marg, Shanti Van Chowk to Nishad Raj Marg, and the stretch from the Rajghat DTC Depot to the Ring Road Bypass, and surrounding roads. Delhi Traffic Police has advised commuters travelling towards the New Delhi Railway Station and the New Delhi district to plan th

Delhi Traffic Police tests laser speed guns on NH-44 to curb overspeeding

Delhi Traffic Police has intensified speed enforcement measures along the NH-44 corridor by conducting trials of handheld laser speed guns at the Libaspur Bus Stand area, officials said on Saturday. Five handheld laser speed cameras were tested on Friday to support enforcement at high-risk and high-speed corridors across the city. 151 challans were also issued during the drive, they said. The Libaspur Bus Stand area, located in an industrial zone with heavy movement of trucks and commercial vehicles, has witnessed a significant number of crashes. According to Delhi Traffic Police data, 68 road accidents were reported in the Libaspur area between 2018 and 2023, including 28 fatal incidents. Police said the new devices would enable accurate detection of vehicles exceeding permissible speed limits and strengthen enforcement at vulnerable locations, particularly in industrial and high-traffic zones. A senior police officer said that focused speed enforcement, along with awareness ...

Govt outlines tunnel, elevated road and bypass projects to decongest Delhi

Centre details ₹24,000-crore plan with tunnels, elevated roads and bypasses to ease Delhi traffic and cut travel time across key corridors

Traffic diversions in central Delhi for Indian Navy Half Marathon today

Traffic movement will be regulated and diversions imposed on several key roads in the national capital on Sunday when the Indian Navy Half Marathon is scheduled to be held, Delhi Traffic Police said in an advisory. The event, being organised to promote fitness, a healthy lifestyle and camaraderie between the armed forces and common people, is expected to see participation of around 15,000 runners. The marathon will be flagged off from Jawaharlal Nehru (JLN) Stadium at 5 am on February 1. According to the advisory, traffic movement on designated routes will be regulated from 4.45 am to 9 am. Emergency vehicles will be allowed uninterrupted passage, while cross traffic will be permitted depending on crowd density. The half marathon (21.01 km), starting at 5.30 am from JLN Stadium Gate No 1 on Bhishma Pitamah Marg, will pass through Lodhi Road, Lala Lajpat Rai Marg, Mathura Road, Subramania Bharti Marg, Dr Zakir Hussain Marg, India Gate C-Hexagon, Kartavya Path, Rafi Marg, Sansad Marg,

Traffic restrictions in Delhi today for Guru Ravidas Jayanti procession

Traffic movement in parts of central and north Delhi is likely to be affected on February 1 in view of a Shobha Yatra on the occasion of the 649th Jayanti of Shri Guru Ravidas Ji, Delhi Traffic Police said in an advisory. The procession will be carried out by Shri Guru Ravi Dass Janmotsav Committee (Regd.) and will start from Red Fort ground at 2.30 pm and is expected to conclude around 8 pm at Guru Ravidas Mandir, P&T Colony, Guru Ravidas Marg, officials said. According to the advisory, the yatra will pass through Chandni Chowk, Fatehpuri, Khari Baoli, Sadar Bazar, Bara Tooti Chowk, Pahari Dheeraj, Bara Hindu Rao and DBG Road before reaching the concluding point. A large gathering is expected to participate, and both vehicular traffic and pedestrian movement are likely to remain heavy along the route. The Delhi Traffic Police assured that special arrangements are in place to ensure smooth traffic flow and pedestrian safety. However, traffic restrictions and diversions may be ...

Martyr's Day: Traffic restrictions, diversions in parts of Delhi today

Traffic restrictions and diversions will be put in place in parts of central Delhi on January 30 in view of an official function at Rajghat on the occasion of Martyr's Day, police said on Thursday. The function will be held at Mahatma Gandhi Smriti Sthal at Rajghat and is expected to be attended by several dignitaries, prompting elaborate security and traffic arrangements in the area, an advisory issued by the Delhi Traffic Police said. According to the advisory, traffic diversions may be enforced on an 'as per need' basis at multiple key junctions depending on the movement of dignitaries and the security situation. The points where traffic may be diverted include ITO Chowk, Delhi Gate, Guru Nanak Chowk, Shantivan Chowk, Rajghat DTC Depot and the IP Flyover. Traffic restrictions, regulations and diversion may be imposed on several major stretches and surrounding roads between 9 am and 12 noon on January 30. These include the stretch from ITO Chowk to Delhi Gate on Bahadur Shah Zafar

Metro gates, central Delhi roads shut for Beating Retreat rehearsals

Exit gates of Udyog Bhawan and Central Secretariat metro stations facing Rafi Marg will remain closed for four hours on January 28 and 29, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) said on Wednesday citing security arrangements for the Beating Retreat Ceremony 2026. The specific gates will remain closed from 2 pm to 6 pm, it said. In a post on X, the DMRC advised commuters to plan their journeys in advance and follow station announcements during the temporary closure on both days. Enhanced security checks will be in place at all Metro stations till January 29, urging passengers to allow extra travel time and maintain discipline while queuing to ensure a smooth commute, it said. The Delhi Traffic Police has also announced restrictions at several locations in central Delhi due to rehearsals for the ceremonial event around Vijay Chowk. Curbs will be enforced from 4 pm to 6 pm on January 28 to facilitate security and movement arrangements in the area, it said. The Beating Retreat cerem

Delhi: Traffic advisory for Beating Retreat rehearsal on Wednesday

Traffic restrictions will be in force at several locations in New Delhi on Wednesday in connection with rehearsals for the Beating Retreat ceremony at and around Vijay Chowk, the Delhi Traffic Police said. According to the advisory, the restrictions will be enforced from 4 pm to 6 pm on January 28. Vijay Chowk will remain closed for general traffic during the period. No traffic will be allowed on Raisina Road from the Krishi Bhawan roundabout towards Vijay Chowk. All movement beyond the Dara Shikoh Road roundabout, Krishna Menon Marg roundabout and Sunehri Masjid roundabout towards Vijay Chowk will also be restricted. Kartavya Path between Vijay Chowk and Rafi Marg up to Kartavya Path Crossing will remain closed. Commuters have been advised to take alternate routes, including Ring Road, Ridge Road, Aurobindo Marg, Madarsa T-Point, Safdarjung Road via Kamal Ataturk Marg, Rani Jhansi Road and Minto Road. The traffic police urged motorists to plan their journeys, avoid the affected

Traffic restrictions issued near Rajghat in New Delhi for official event

Traffic movement in and around Rajghat and adjoining areas of the national capital will remain regulated and diverted for a brief period on Tuesday morning in view of an official function at Mahatma Gandhi Smriti Sthal. The event, scheduled to be attended by several dignitaries, will be held between 9.15 am and 12.30 pm, during which special traffic arrangements will be in place to ensure its smooth conduct, according to a traffic advisory. Diversions will be imposed "as and when required" at key junctions, including at ITO Chowk, Delhi Gate, Guru Nanak Chowk, Shantivan Chowk, Rajghat DTC Depot and IP Flyover, the advisory stated. Several major road stretches are likely to be impacted due to the movement of VIP convoys and security arrangements. These include Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg-ITO Chowk-Delhi Gate stretch, the Shantivan Chowk-IP Flyover stretch, and Asaf Ali Road between Delhi Gate and Netaji Subhash (NS) Marg. Traffic restrictions may also affect the route from Shantivan Cho

Delhi: Traffic curbs on Jan 17, 19, 20, 21 for Republic Day rehearsals

Traffic movement will be restricted at several key crossings in Delhi on January 17, 19, 20 and 21 due to rehearsals for the Republic Day parade along Kartavya Path, police said on Friday. According to an advisory, the rehearsals will be held from Vijay Chowk to India Gate, with the parade route extending up to the C-Hexagon. To ensure the uninterrupted movement of the parade, restrictions will be in place from 10.15 am to 12.30 pm on all four days. During this period, traffic crossings at Kartavya Path at Rafi Marg, Janpath, Man Singh Road and the C-Hexagon will remain closed. Kartavya Path from Vijay Chowk to India Gate will also remain closed for general traffic, leading to diversions and likely congestion on adjoining stretches. Motorists have been advised to plan their journeys, exercise patience and follow traffic rules and directions of personnel deployed on duty. For north-south movement and vice versa, commuters may use the Ring Road via Sarai Kale Khan and the I.P. Flyov

Delhi HC issues notice on plea seeking stricter e-rickshaw regulation

The Delhi High Court issued notice to the Delhi government on a PIL seeking strict enforcement of e-rickshaw rules, a cap on registrations and action against unsafe vehicles operating in the capital

Delhi sees 56% spike in drunken driving challans on New Year's Eve

The Delhi Traffic Police issued 868 challans for drunken driving on New Year's Eve, marking an increase of about 56 per cent over last year when 558 motorists were booked for the offence, officials said on Thursday. "The rise of 56 per cent underscores intensified enforcement and wider deployment of traffic personnel across the national capital during celebrations," a senior officer of the Delhi Traffic Police said. He said that special enforcement teams were stationed on arterial roads, near nightlife hubs and in residential clusters to curb drunken driving, speeding, motorcycle stunts and other dangerous violations. Breathalyser tests were conducted at multiple checkpoints throughout the night, with teams rotating locations to prevent motorists from evading checks. Police said the enforcement drive was supported by extensive CCTV surveillance and real-time coordination among district control rooms to monitor crowd movement and respond swiftly to any incident. In addition to traf

Delhi traffic advisory for Christmas: Check alternate routes, diversions

Traffic will be diverted at major junctions such as Sheikh Sarai red light on Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg, Asian Market red light on MB Road, and PTS Malviya Nagar red light

Traffic advisory issued in Delhi amid Putin visit: All you need to know

The Delhi police asked commuters to avoid key routes, including Mother Teresa Crescent, Teen Murti Marg, Akbar Road, MLNP, Janpath Road, Firoz Shah Road and Sikandra Road

Delhi traffic police get ₹84 cr in fines during Grap checks from Oct 14

The Delhi Traffic Police has imposed fines of over Rs 84.98 crore for Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate violations during GRAP stages one and two from October 14 to November 18, officials said. The amount corresponds to 84,981 challans according to official data accessed by PTI, each carrying a penalty of Rs 10,000. The Western Range issued the highest with 22,867 PUC challans, followed by 20,554 in the Southern Range and 13,423 in the New Delhi Range. The Eastern Range issued 12,441 challans, the Northern Range recorded 10,211, and the Central Range issued 5,485, the records showed. The Eastern Range covers East Delhi, North East Delhi and Shahdara. The New Delhi Range covers New Delhi and parts of South West Delhi, according to official numbers. North Delhi and Central Delhi came under the Central Range. The Northern Range includes Rohini, Outer North and North West Delhi. The Western Range covers West Delhi, Dwarka and Outer Delhi. The Southern Range includes South Delhi

Moving India: Delhi caught between lifeline and last-mile of urban mobility

India's cities choke on congestion, pollution, fragmented transport. This six-part series traces the lifelines of urban mobility. Part-I exposes Delhi's stalled buses, crumbling last-mile connectivity

150 years of Vande Mataram: Delhi police issues traffic advisory for Nov 7

Delhi Traffic Police has announced diversions, parking bans, and restricted routes from 5 am to 2 pm on Friday for the 150th anniversary celebration of Vande Mataram at Indira Gandhi Stadium

Commercial vehicles below BS-IV to be barred from entering Delhi from Sat

Starting Saturday, commercial goods vehicles that do not meet BS-IV standards will be prohibited from entering Delhi. To enforce this regulation, multiple teams from the Transport Department and Traffic Police will be deployed, officials said. The transport department, in collaboration with the traffic police, has formed 23 teams for enforcement purposes. "We have chalked out a plan to monitor these vehicles. There are 23 points from where 90 per cent of the vehicles enter Delhi. There are 23 teams that have been formed. These include traffic police personnel and the transport department's enforcement officers. They will be deployed at designated locations and will turn back vehicles not meeting norms," said a senior official. The 23 locations include Kundli border, Rajokri border, Tikri border, Aya Nagar border, Kalindi Kunj border, Auchandi, Mandoli, Kapashera, Bajghera Toll/ Dwarka Expressway, etc. These teams will be monitored by an inspector-level officer. According to the ...

Traffic restrictions placed in Delhi ahead of Chhath Puja celebrations

Anticipating that thousands of devotees would gather at various ghats for Chhath Puja in the next two days, Delhi Traffic Police on Sunday announced traffic restrictions and diversions across several parts of the city. According to the advisory, traffic flow is expected to be affected from Monday afternoon to Tuesday morning on roads adjoining major Chhath Puja ponds. Commuters have been advised to avoid stretches near ghats and use public transport wherever possible. In east and northeast Delhi, major gatherings are expected at the Gandhi Nagar Chhath Poojan Samiti Naav Ghat near the Old Iron Bridge, Purvanchal Nav Nirman Sangtan Ghat and Satyamev Jayate Ghat near Geeta Colony, each likely to draw more than 45,000 devotees. The DND Yamuna Khadar and Chhath Ghat near Shastri Park are also likely to witness heavy footfall. Slow movement of traffic is anticipated near Geeta Colony, IP Extension and Shastri Park, the advisory said. In Bhajanpura, commercial vehicles will not be allowe