Delhi Traffic Police Advisory Ahead of AAP's expected Protest 'gherao'

AAP Protest 'gherao' : The Delhi Traffic Police has issued an advisory for the New Delhi district in anticipation of the Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) proposed 'gherao' of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence on Tuesday. The protest is scheduled to denounce the arrest of AAP's national convenor and Delhi Chief Minister, Arvind Kejriwal, by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with the liquor policy case. While the advisory doesn't explicitly mention the AAP protest, it emphasizes a 'special Law & Order arrangement on 26.03.2024.' It urges the general public and motorists to maintain patience, adhere to traffic regulations, and obey instructions from traffic personnel deployed at intersections. Here are the key points outlined in the advisory:

Restricted Parking and Entry

Vehicles will not be permitted to park or halt on Tughlaq Road, Safdarjung Road, and Kemal Ataturk Marg. General public entry is also prohibited in these areas.

Towing and Prosecution

Vehicles found parked on these roads will be towed away, and their owners prosecuted. These vehicles will be relocated to the Traffic Pit on Kali Bari Marg.

Traffic Advisory In view of special Law & Order arrangement in New Delhi area on 26.03.2024, traffic will be affected. Kindly follow the advisory#DPTrafficAdvisory pic.twitter.com/5BUosjCzmy

— Delhi Traffic Police (@dtptraffic) March 25, 2024

Diversion Points

Diversion points will be established if necessary at various locations including Aurobindo Chowk, Tughlaq Road, Samrat Hotel roundabout, Gymkhana Post Office roundabout, Teen Murti Haifa roundabout, Niti Marg roundabout, Kautilya Marg roundabout, Kemal Ataturk Marg, Safdarjung Road, Akbar Road, and Teen Murti Marg.

Use of Public Transport

Commuters are encouraged to cooperate by avoiding or bypassing the affected routes whenever feasible and to utilize public transportation options as much as possible.

Plan for Travel

Individuals planning to travel to inter-state bus terminals, railway stations, or international airport are advised to allocate sufficient time for their journey to account for potential disruptions. Read also: Arvind Kejriwal’s Wife Reads Out Message Amidst Arrest The advisory aims to ensure smooth traffic flow and public safety during the anticipated protest activity while also minimizing inconvenience for residents and commuters in the national capital. For further guidance and updates, citizens are directed to consult the Delhi Traffic Police's website and social media channels, as well as the relevant helpline numbers provided.