Delhi traffic advisory for Independence Day 2026: Roads to avoid

Delhi Traffic Police issues an Independence Day traffic advisory as celebrations take place at the Red Fort. Traffic restrictions, diversions and vehicle movement rules remain in force from 4 am to 10 am on August 15.Delhi Traffic Police imposes traffic restrictions and diversions near Red Fort from 4 am to 10 am on Independence Day 2026. Commuters are advised to plan ahead.Delhi Traffic Police has issued a Delhi traffic advisory for Independence Day 2026, with restrictions and diversions around the Red Fort on August 15. The traffic restrictions remain in force from 4 am to 10 am to ensure public safety and smooth movement during the Independence Day celebrations. Commuters travelling through central and Old Delhi during these hours are advised to avoid restricted roads and use designated alternate routes. The Independence Day traffic advisory also asks people to plan their journeys in advance, allow extra travel time and follow directions given by traffic personnel.DELHI TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS FROM 4 AM TO 10 AMCertain roads around the Red Fort remain restricted for general traffic during the Independence Day celebrations. The affected stretches include:Netaji Subhash Marg: Delhi Gate to Chhatta Rail ChowkLothian Road: GPO Delhi to Chhatta Rail ChowkSP Mukherjee Marg: HC Sen Marg to Yamuna Bazar ChowkChandni Chowk Road: Fountain Chowk to Red FortNishad Raj Marg: Ring Road to Netaji Subhash MargEsplanade Road and Link Road: towards Netaji Subhash MargRing Road: Rajghat to ISBT Kashmere GateOnly vehicles with valid labels are permitted on the restricted stretches during the specified period.COMMUTERS ADVISED TO PLAN JOURNEYSThe Delhi traffic advisory asks commuters to plan their journeys in advance and allow extra time, particularly if their route passes through areas around the Red Fort. Motorists should avoid restricted roads and use the designated alternate routes. The restrictions are expected to affect traffic movement around the Red Fort and adjoining areas during the celebrations.FOLLOW TRAFFIC SIGNS AND POLICE DIRECTIONSDelhi Traffic Police has asked commuters to follow traffic signs, variable message signs (VMS) and instructions from Traffic Police personnel on the roads. People have also been advised to stay updated through official Delhi Traffic Police advisories for real-time information on traffic restrictions, diversions and road conditions.The Delhi Traffic Police has appealed to commuters to cooperate with the authorities and follow the traffic rules to help keep movement safe and smooth during Independence Day 2026.- EndsPublished By: vaishnavi parasharPublished On: Aug 15, 2026 09:43 IST