Delhi traffic police issues Muharram advisory with road closures and diversions

Delhi Traffic Police issued a Muharram traffic advisory on June 26, 2026, warning commuters about road closures and diversions across parts of the capital as processions move through central areas.

The advisory says special traffic arrangements will remain in place to support the safe movement of Muharram processions and reduce congestion in busy corridors. Officials urged people to avoid affected stretches, plan journeys in advance and follow instructions from traffic personnel.

Restriction windows

According to the advisory, restrictions will apply in Central Delhi from 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM and in New Delhi from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

The measures are meant to manage procession movement in dense parts of the city where traffic pressure is typically higher during religious events.

Roads and areas affected

The advisory named several affected stretches, including MB Road, Pankha Road, Dabri-Palam Road and GTK Road.

It also listed areas in Central Delhi such as Jama Masjid, Ajmeri Gate, Kamla Market, Paharganj, Jhandewalan, Inderlok, Shastri Nagar and Bara Hindu Rao.

In New Delhi, the advisory mentioned the Outer Circle and surrounding roads, including Sansad Marg, Rafi Marg, Sunehari Bagh Road, Krishna Menon Marg and the Tuglak Road corridor.

Commuter guidance

Delhi Traffic Police advised commuters to use alternate routes, avoid the affected stretches where possible and allow extra travel time.

The notice is a same-day public-service measure tied to Muharram processions, which routinely prompt temporary traffic management in central parts of Delhi.

Police have not indicated any broader policy change, and no additional route updates were included in the available advisory. Commuters should continue to watch for any later traffic notices if procession timing or movement changes during the day.