Bengaluru Police Issue Traffic Advisory For Eid-Milad On September 16; Alternate Routes & Diversions Suggested

The Bengaluru Police have issued a comprehensive traffic advisory for Eid-Milad on September 16 to manage the anticipated surge in vehicular and pedestrian activity during the festival. The advisory underscores the authorities’ proactive approach to ensuring safety and minimising disruptions on this significant day.

New Traffic Advisory In Bengaluru For Eid

Eid-Milad is a time of vibrant celebrations, often marked by processions, special prayers, and community events. In Bengaluru, these festivities typically result in increased traffic congestion. To address this, the Bengaluru Police have outlined specific measures to regulate traffic flow and enhance public safety. Key areas affected by the traffic advisory include major roads and localities where processions and gatherings are expected to occur. The advisory highlights that vehicles may face restrictions in and around these zones. Commuters are advised to use alternate routes where possible and to expect significant delays in areas.

The procession will follow these routes and conclude at the YMCA grounds, as outlined in the advisory:

• JC Nagar Dargah to Shivajinagar Cantonment
• Yelahanka Old Town Mosque to Yelahanka Old Town Mosque
• Old Bus Stand to Sannamanikere
• Bellahalli Cross to Nagawara Signal
• Rajagopalnagar Main Road to Peenya 2nd Stage
• South End Circle to RV Road, near Lalbagh West Gate Circle
• Geeta Junction to South End Circle
• Bendre Junction to Obalappa Garden Junction
• Mahalingeshwara Layout to Adugodi

To facilitate a smooth journey for commuters, Bengaluru traffic authorities have imposed the following restrictions:

• Vehicle movement from Nethaji Junction to Tannery Road via Pottery Circle is prohibited.
• Traffic will be temporarily one-way from Masque Junction to MM Road Junction; vehicles from Nethaji Junction should proceed towards Mosque Junction.
• All vehicles are restricted from travelling between Nethaji Junction and Haines Junction.
• Partial restrictions are in place for vehicles travelling from Nagawara Junction towards Pottery Circle.

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What Are The Alternative Routes?

Here are the alternative routes suggested:

• Vehicles travelling on Nrupathunga Road from K.R. Circle should divert through Cubbon Park to Siddalingaiah Circle or turn right at Central Library and travel against the traffic flow towards Hudson Circle.
• Traffic on J.C. Road should move towards Police Corner and K.G. Road. Alternative routes to Richmond Circle and Residency Road are available via P.K. Lane and O.T.C. Road.
• Vehicles on Richmond Road heading to K.G. Road should use R.R.M.R. Road, Hudson Circle, and Police Corner.
• Entry to Cubbon Park from Hudson Circle is restricted; access is only permitted towards Siddalingaiah Circle.
• Vehicles travelling from Mysore Road towards the YMCA should divert via Sirsi Circle and Chamarajpet.

This approach is intended to keep the public informed and to assist them in navigating through the city effectively during the festival.

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