
January has proven to be an eventful month for India. First, the nation eagerly prepared for the Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha on January 22, and now, as that celebration concludes, the country is gearing up for the 75th Republic Day on January 26. Republic Day, initially commemorated in 1950, holds significance as it marks the formal adoption and enforcement of the Constitution of India. Annually, a grand parade takes place on the Kartavya Path in New Delhi, culminating at the Red Fort. In anticipation of the Republic Day Parade 2024, Delhi Police has issued a traffic advisory for residents attending Bharat Parv, scheduled at the Red Fort from January 23 to January 31, 2024.
Traffic Advisory Ahead of Republic Day in Delhi
As mentioned earlier, Delhi Traffic Police has released an advisory ahead of the 75th Republic Day, in light of Bharat Parv being hosted at the Red Fort from January 23 to January 31, 2024. Bharat Parv will be open to the general public until January 31, from 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM. According to the advisory, the event will be attended by numerous VIPs and VVIPs. To prevent traffic issues, diversions have been implemented from Chhatta Rail Crossing, Shanti Van Chowk, Delhi Gate, and Subhas Park T-Point.
‘Public Should Utilize Public Transportation, Particularly Delhi Metro’
The general public is advised to avoid roads and stretches with announced diversions. Individuals heading to the New Delhi and Old Delhi Railway Stations and ISBT are urged to allocate sufficient time for their journey. Those traveling to the Red Fort are recommended to utilize public transportation, especially the Delhi Metro. The nearest Metro Stations to the Red Fort are Lal Quila, Jama Masjid, and Kashmere Gate.
Traffic Restrictions in Delhi
In addition to the announced diversions, regulations or restrictions may be imposed on Nishad Raj Marg from Shanti Van Crossing to Subhas Park T-Point and on Netaji Subhas Marg from Chatta Rail Chowk to Delhi Gate. Paid parking facilities are available for visitors attending Bharat Parv.
Public awareness has been emphasized, urging individuals to promptly inform local police and nearby personnel in the event of any abnormality, unusual/suspicious activity, or circumstances.