Delhi Half Marathon On October 18: Traffic Diversions Near JLN Stadium, India Gate; Check Alternative Routes, Timings

Jagran Correspondent, New Delhi: Commuters in Central Delhi and New Delhi are advised to plan their journey in advance, as traffic restrictions will be in place across several major routes due to the Delhi Half Marathon.

Around 40,000 participants are expected to take part in the event, which will start at 5:10 AM from the Jawaharlal Nehru (JLN) Stadium. To ensure the safety of participants and manage vehicular movement, the Delhi Traffic Police has issued an advisory. Traffic regulations will be in force from 4:45 AM to 11:00 AM.

TRAFFIC ADVISORY | DELHI HALF MARATHON – 18.10.2026 In view of the Delhi Half Marathon scheduled for 18th October 2026, traffic restrictions and diversions will remain in force on several roads and junctions across Delhi from 04:45 AM to 11:00 AM. Commuters travelling through Central Delhi and areas surrounding Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium are advised to plan their journeys in advance and use alternative routes wherever possible. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS • Motorists are advised to avoid affected roads, allow additional travel time, follow diversion signs and comply with the directions of traffic personnel deployed at key junctions. • Traffic arrangements will be regulated dynamically depending on the movement of participants. Uninterrupted movement of emergency vehicles will be facilitated. • For real-time traffic updates and assistance, connect with Delhi Traffic Police through the following channels: FACEBOOK: https://t.co/XMFa7Ld8gD PLATFORM X: https://t.co/hro9F9Bmge INSTAGRAM: https://t.co/aL9StmHNJn WHATSAPP: 8750871493 HELPLINE NOS.: 1095 / 011-25844444 #DTPUpdates #DPTrafficAdvisory #DTPUpdates @LtGovDelhi @CPDelhi @DelhiPolice

— Delhi Traffic Police (@dtptraffic) October 17, 2026

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Event Schedule

• Elite Men's Race: 5:18 AM
• Elite Women's Race: 5:20 AM
• Amateur Half Marathon: 5:30 AM
• Champions with Disability and Senior Citizens Run (2.5 km): 6:30 AM
• Open 10K: 7:35 AM
• Corporate Run: 9:00 AM
• Great Delhi Run: 9:05 AM

Affected Routes

The marathon will start at JLN Stadium and pass through Bhishma Pitamah Marg, Lodhi Road, Aurobindo Marg, Mathura Road, Subramaniam Bharti Marg, Dr Zakir Hussain Marg, C-Hexagon, Kartavya Path, and the area around India Gate.

Traffic will be regulated on nearby major roads and intersections:

• Rajesh Pilot Marg
• Amrita Shergill Marg
• Lala Lajpat Rai Marg
• Bhairon Road
• Tilak Marg
• Parliament Street

Alternative Routes

The Delhi Traffic Police have suggested the following alternative routes:

• North-South Corridor: Commuters are advised to use Ashram Chowk, Sarai Kale Khan, Ring Road, and IP Flyover.
• East-West Corridor: Commuters should use DND Flyway, Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Marg, AIIMS Chowk, and Ring Road.
• From Vikas Marg: Vehicles coming from Vikas Marg can use ITO, Deendayal Upadhyay Marg, and Minto Road. 

Arrangements will be made for uninterrupted movement of emergency vehicles, including ambulances and fire tenders, throughout the event.

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Advisory For Commuters

Commuters are advised to avoid Central and New Delhi stretches during the morning hours, plan journeys in advance, use the alternative routes, and follow instructions issued by traffic personnel on duty.