Ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League match between Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings at Arun Jaitley Stadium on April 25, the Delhi Traffic Police has issued a detailed advisory, cautioning commuters about likely congestion across central Delhi.
Additionally, heavy and commercial vehicles will not be allowed on several stretches, including:
[With TOI inputs]
Heavy Traffic Expected During Match Hours
The day-night fixture, scheduled from 3 pm to 7:30 pm, is anticipated to attract a large number of spectators, leading to significant traffic build-up in surrounding areas.Road Restrictions & Diversions
Traffic diversions and restrictions may be enforced on key routes such as Bahadur Shah Zafar (BSZ) Marg and Jawaharlal Nehru (JLN) Marg between 1 pm and 9 pm, depending on the situation on the ground.Additionally, heavy and commercial vehicles will not be allowed on several stretches, including:
- Daryaganj to Delhi Gate Chowk
- Delhi Gate to Guru Nanak Chowk
- ITO to Delhi Gate
Routes to Avoid
Commuters are advised to steer clear of the following roads to avoid delays:- JLN Marg from Rajghat to Delhi Gate
- Asaf Ali Road from Turkman Gate to Delhi Gate
- BSZ Marg between Delhi Gate and ITO
Stadium Entry Gates & Access Points
Entry to the stadium will be managed gate-wise for smoother crowd movement:- Gates 1 to 8 (South side): Accessible via BSZ Marg
- Gates 10 to 15 (East side): Via JLN Marg near the Ambedkar Stadium bus terminal
- Gates 16 to 18 (West side): Again through BSZ Marg
Parking Restrictions
Parking near the stadium will be strictly restricted. Only vehicles with proper labels will be allowed in designated parking zones, while others will not be permitted to park in the vicinity.[With TOI inputs]
