Traffic Restrictions in Delhi during G20 Summit
Overview:
Delhi is preparing for the G20 Summit taking place on September 9 and 10. In light of this, the Delhi government has detailed traffic restrictions to ensure security and smooth conduction of the event.
1. Restrictions on Main Roads:
Date & Time: From midnight on September 7 until 11:59 PM on September 10.
Affected Roads: Mathura Road (beyond Ashram Chowk), Bhairon Road, Purana Quila Road, and inside Pragati Maidan Tunnel.
Impacted Vehicles: Goods vehicles, commercial vehicles, interstate buses, and local city buses are prohibited.
2. Entry Restrictions for Different Goods Vehicles:
Date & Time: 21:00 hours on 07.09.2023 to 23:59 hours on 10.09.2023.
Vehicles Impacted:
Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs)
Medium Goods Vehicles (MGVs)
Light Goods Vehicles (LGVs)
Exceptions: Vehicles transporting essential commodities (e.g., milk, fruits, vegetables, medical supplies) with valid 'No Entry Permissions' are allowed.
3. Zone Designations:
Controlled Zone-I: Entire area of New Delhi District.
Date & Time: From 5 AM on September 8 to 11:59 PM on September 10.
Regulated Zone: Area inside Ring Road (Mahatma Gandhi Marg).
Date & Time: Same as Controlled Zone-I.
4. Travel Restrictions in New Delhi District:
Date & Time: 5 AM on September 8 to 11:59 PM on September 10.
Permitted Vehicles: Authorized residents, emergency vehicles, vehicles heading to the Airport, Old Delhi and New Delhi Railway Stations, and other approved vehicles.
Restrictions: No TSR (three-wheeled shared taxi) and taxi services allowed within the New Delhi District.
5. Relaxation for Certain Commercial Vehicles:
All types of commercial vehicles, including buses currently in Delhi, are allowed to travel on Ring Road and the road network leading to Delhi's borders.
Event Background:
India is hosting the G20 Summit at the Bharat Mandapam Convention Centre in Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. The world's leading figures are expected to attend.
