Delhi Police has issued a traffic advisory in the national capital regarding the Independence Day Ceremony at Red Fort today for the convenience of the public and security reasons.
Several roads will be closed for general traffic from 4 AM to 10 AM with only labeled vehicles permitted. These include – Netaji Subhash Marg, S P Mukherjee Marg, Chandni Chowk road, Esplanade road and ring road from Rajghat to ISBT.
Delhi Police has also advised the public to avoid C- Hexagon India Gate, Copernicus Marg, Mandi House, A point Tilak Marg and Mathura Road.
BUS ROUTE DIVERSION DETAILS.
From South Delhi: Buses bound for Red Fort or Old Delhi Railway Station will be diverted via Dhaula Kuan, Rani Jhansi Road, or New Delhi Railway Station.
From North Delhi: Buses will be rerouted via ISBT Kashmere Gate and Mall Road, avoiding the Red Fort area.
From East Delhi: Buses from ISBT Anand Vihar will be diverted through Vikas Marg, ITO, and Darya Ganj.
From West Delhi: Buses will be diverted via Paharganj, Connaught Place, and New Delhi Railway Station.
PARKING RESTRICTIONS.
There will be no parking allowed on or near major roads leading to Red Fort, including Netaji Subhash Marg, Ring Road, and nearby service lanes.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE PUBLIC.
Avoid travelling near Red Fort unless necessary.
Use public transport instead of private vehicles to reduce congestion.
Plan journeys in advance and allow extra time for travel.
Follow all traffic signals, diversions, and police instructions at intersections.
On Independence Day 2025, several roads in central and north Delhi will be closed or diverted, especially around Red Fort. Commuters are urged to avoid restricted areas, use public transport, and keep updated on traffic conditions to ensure smooth travel.
RESTRICTIONS ON COMMERCIAL VEHICLES AND BUSES.
Goods vehicles will not be allowed between Nizamuddin Bridge and ISBT Kashmere Gate from midnight to 11:00 am