NEW DELHI: Cricket enthusiasts heading to the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Tuesday evening for the Indian Premier League (IPL) match between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) should brace for heavy traffic congestion and possible delays.
The match, scheduled to begin at 7.30pm, is expected to draw a significant crowd, and traffic authorities have announced restrictions and diversions around the venue to ensure public convenience and security.
Although no specific advisory has been issued yet for the day, commuters are strongly urged to plan their routes in advance.
Likely traffic diversions and restrictions (based on previous match):
Commuters are advised to avoid the following roads from 5.30pm to Midnight on match day:
JLN Marg: From Rajghat to Delhi Gate up to Kamla Market Roundabout (both sides) Asaf Ali Road: From Turkman Gate to Delhi Gate Bahadurshah Zafar Marg: From Delhi Gate to Ramcharan Aggarwal Chowk (both sides)
Entry to the stadium
Spectators should note the designated entry gates based on their ticket:
For parking, free parking and a park-and-ride facility will be available at Mata Sundari Road, Rajghat Power House Road, and Velodrome Road.
Shuttle services will operate from these parking sites to the stadium, starting two hours before the match and continuing until one hour after the match ends.
Labeled vehicle parking:
Only vehicles displaying a valid parking label (with vehicle number and driver's mobile number) on the windscreen will be permitted near the stadium.
Labeled parking locations:
Entry to these labeled parking areas is permitted only via Vikram Nagar Cut on BSZ Marg near Shahidi Park.
General vehicle parking will not be permitted on Bahadurshah Zafar Marg, JLN Marg, and the Ring Road stretch from Rajghat to I.P. Flyover (both sides) on match day.
Vehicles parked illegally in these no-parking zones will be towed away and prosecuted as per law.
Park-and-ride facilities are also available for spectators and unlabeled vehicles at Mata Sundari Parking, Shanti Van Parking, Rajghat Service Road, Rajghat Power House Road, and Velodrome Road (near IG Stadium).
Spectators using app-based taxis are advised to use the service lane on Ring Road between I.P. Flyover and Rajghat Crossing for pick-up and drop-off.
Instructions for commuters
The match, scheduled to begin at 7.30pm, is expected to draw a significant crowd, and traffic authorities have announced restrictions and diversions around the venue to ensure public convenience and security.
Although no specific advisory has been issued yet for the day, commuters are strongly urged to plan their routes in advance.
Likely traffic diversions and restrictions (based on previous match):
- Based on previous matches, diversions are likely to be implemented on Bahadurshah Zafar Marg and Jawaharlal Nehru (JLN) Marg.
- No heavy vehicles or buses will be allowed on the stretches from Daryaganj to Bahadurshah Zafar Marg and from Guru Nanak Chowk to Asaf Ali Road.
Commuters are advised to avoid the following roads from 5.30pm to Midnight on match day:
Entry to the stadium
Spectators should note the designated entry gates based on their ticket:
- Gate Nos. 1 to 8 are located on the southern side of the stadium and entry will be from Bahadurshah Zafar Marg.
- Gate Nos. 10 to 15 are on the eastern side and entry will be from JLN Marg next to Ambedkar Stadium Bus Terminal.
- Gate Nos. 16 to 18 are on the western side, with entry from Bahadurshah Zafar Marg near the Petrol Pump.
For parking, free parking and a park-and-ride facility will be available at Mata Sundari Road, Rajghat Power House Road, and Velodrome Road.
Shuttle services will operate from these parking sites to the stadium, starting two hours before the match and continuing until one hour after the match ends.
Labeled vehicle parking:
Only vehicles displaying a valid parking label (with vehicle number and driver's mobile number) on the windscreen will be permitted near the stadium.
Labeled parking locations:
- P-1: Four-wheelers at JP Park (Opp. Gate No. 3)
- P-2: Four-wheelers at Vikram Nagar Parking (near Shahidi Park)
- P-3: Two-wheelers near JJB/Prayas Office
- P-4: Four-wheelers at GLNS School (Deaf & Dumb School), near JJB/Prayas Office
Entry to these labeled parking areas is permitted only via Vikram Nagar Cut on BSZ Marg near Shahidi Park.
General vehicle parking will not be permitted on Bahadurshah Zafar Marg, JLN Marg, and the Ring Road stretch from Rajghat to I.P. Flyover (both sides) on match day.
Vehicles parked illegally in these no-parking zones will be towed away and prosecuted as per law.
Park-and-ride facilities are also available for spectators and unlabeled vehicles at Mata Sundari Parking, Shanti Van Parking, Rajghat Service Road, Rajghat Power House Road, and Velodrome Road (near IG Stadium).
Spectators using app-based taxis are advised to use the service lane on Ring Road between I.P. Flyover and Rajghat Crossing for pick-up and drop-off.
Instructions for commuters
- Use public transport: Spectators and commuters are encouraged to use public transport to avoid delays.
- Follow instructions: Strictly adhere to traffic rules, follow the directions of traffic police personnel, and cooperate at intersections for a smooth experience.
- Plan ahead: Expect delays, heavy congestion, and diversions. Planning your journey in advance will ensure minimum inconvenience.
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