The Impressive TimesNew Delhi : As New Year’s Eve celebrations gather momentum in the national capital, the Delhi Traffic Police have put in place elaborate traffic arrangements to manage the anticipated rush on 31 December at key hotspots.
Special restrictions, diversions, and parking regulations will be effective across popular locations to ensure public safety and smooth traffic flow.
Authorities have identified several congestion-prone areas, including Connaught Place and India Gate, where large crowds are expected to gather to welcome the New Year 2026. Additional traffic personnel will be deployed near popular markets, celebration venues, and arterial roads to regulate movement and prevent bottlenecks.
In a special appeal on social media platform X, the Delhi Police urged citizens to avoid drunk driving and intoxication during New Year celebrations. The post featured a message from renowned singer Sunidhi Chauhan, encouraging responsible celebration and road safety.
The police have reiterated that strict action will be taken against traffic violations to ensure a safe and joyful New Year for all.
Given the massive footfall expected at Connaught Place, special traffic restrictions will be imposed from 7:00 PM on 31 December.
Vehicular movement will be completely prohibited in the inner, middle, and outer circles of Connaught Place, except for vehicles carrying valid passes. Entry from Connaught Place towards Chelmsford Road will be prohibited.
Limited parking will be available near Connaught Place on a first-come, first-served basis. Unauthorized or improperly parked vehicles will be towed and prosecuted.
TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS: No vehicle shall be allowed to proceed towards Connaught Place beyond:
•R/A Mandi House •R/A Bengali Market •North Foot of Ranjit Singh Flyover •Minto Road – DDU Marg Crossing •Chelmsford Road near Munje Chowk •R.K. Ashram Marg – Chitragupta Marg Crossing •R/A Gole Market •R/A G.P.O., New Delhi •Patel Chowk •Kasturba Gandhi Road – Ferozeshah Road Crossing •Jai Singh Road – Bangla Sahib Lane •R/A Windsor Place
At and around India Gate, traffic arrangements have been strengthened to manage both pedestrian and vehicular movement. In case of heavy crowding, vehicles may be barred from entering the C-Hexagon area.
Due to limited parking, visitors are advised to use public transport. With large crowds expected near the Delhi Zoo, motorists are urged to avoid Bhairon Road and Mathura Road between Hazrat Nizamuddin and Pragati Maidan to prevent congestion.
The Delhi Traffic Police have urged commuters to avoid restricted roads, plan their journeys well in advance, and allow extra time if travelling to ISBTs, railway stations, or airports. Motorists are also advised to follow traffic rules, maintain road discipline, and comply with instructions from traffic personnel.
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