Source : INDIA TODAY NEWS
Delhi Traffic Police has issued a major advisory in connection with the Shobha Yatra and public meeting being organised on the occasion of the 135th birth anniversary of Baba Saheb Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. The event will be held at Ram Leela Ground on 14 April 2026, with large gatherings expected throughout the day.
EVENT TIMINGS AND VENUE DETAILS
The programme will take place at Ram Leela Ground from 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM.
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A public meeting is scheduled between 11:00 AM to 03:00 PM, following which the Shobha Yatra will commence.
SHOBHA YATRA ROUTE THROUGH CENTRAL AND NORTH DELHI
After the public meeting, the procession will move from Ramleela Ground towards Dr. Ambedkar Bhawan, Paharganj, covering several key city stretches.
The yatra will pass through:
TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS ACROSS KEY ROADS
To manage crowd movement and ensure security, traffic restrictions may be imposed on a need basis.
Commuters are advised to avoid the following roads between 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM:
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JLN Marg
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Asaf Ali Road
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Chaman Lal Marg
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Ajmeri Gate
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Minto Road
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Qutub Road
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Rani Jhansi Marg
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East Park Road
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D.B. Gupta Road
Heavy vehicle movement may also be restricted depending on the situation.
PARKING ARRANGEMENTS FOR VISITORS
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Visitors have been advised to use designated parking facilities to avoid congestion.
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Mata Sundari College Parking is recommended for all attendees.
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Illegal or obstructive parking will lead to towing action.
GENERAL TRAFFIC GUIDELINES
Delhi Traffic Police has urged commuters to remain patient and follow instructions:
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Follow directions from traffic personnel at key intersections
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Avoid restricted routes during the event hours
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Plan travel in advance to avoid delays
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Cooperate with diversions and traffic flow changes
HELPLINE AND UPDATES
For real-time updates and assistance, commuters can reach out via:
Website: traffic.delhipolice.gov.in
Twitter/X: @dtptraffic
Instagram: @dtptraffic
Facebook: dtptraffic
WhatsApp: 8750871493
Helpline: 1095 / 011-25844444
With thousands expected to participate in the Shobha Yatra marking Ambedkar Jayanti 2026, Delhi is likely to witness heavy traffic movement and diversions across central routes. Commuters are advised to plan ahead and use alternate routes to avoid inconvenience.
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SOURCE :- TIMES OF INDIA
