Delhi Traffic Police announced diversions and restrictions from 8 am Tuesday around Ramlila Maidan for demolition of unauthorized structures near Faiz-E-Ilahi Mosque
Traffic Advisory for Demolition Drive at Faiz-E-Ilahi Mosque
The Delhi Traffic Police issued a traffic advisory on Monday. This is ahead of a demolition drive at and around Faiz-E-Ilahi Mosque (Dargah Faiz-E-Ilahi) in the Ramlila Maidan area. The restrictions and diversions will start at 8:00 am on Tuesday and will remain until the operation is completed.
Police stated that traffic movement in and around Ramlila Maidan and nearby roads is likely to be affected. This is due to the demolition of what has been termed unauthorized construction. Commuters are advised to avoid the affected areas, follow diversions, and plan their journeys in advance.
Traffic Diversions
| Location | Traffic Changes |
|---|---|
| R/A Kamla Market | Traffic from Ajmeri Gate will be diverted to Minto Road; no traffic on Asaf Ali Road or JLN Marg. |
| R/A Hamdard | Vehicles on Asaf Ali Road will be diverted to Minto Road beyond Hamdard Building. |
| Delhi Gate | Traffic from Rajghat and Daryaganj will be diverted to BSZ Marg. |
| Ranjit Singh Flyover | Vehicles from Tolstoy Road to Mirdard Chowk will be diverted to Barakhamba Road; no traffic towards Guru Nanak Chowk from Mirdard Chowk. |
| Subhash Marg ‘T’ Point | Traffic from Red Fort will be diverted to Nishad Raj Marg; vehicles from Shanti Van will go to Chatta Rail Chowk. |
| Turkman Gate | All traffic will be diverted to Delhi Gate Chowk. |
The traffic police urged motorists to cooperate and follow on-ground instructions. This is to ensure public safety and smooth conduct of the operation.
