Delhi Traffic Advisory: Diversions On NH-24, Vikas Marg On October 20 For Dussehra Celebrations | Check Timings

Delhi Traffic Advisory: Commuters travelling through East Delhi on October 20 are advised to plan their journeys in advance due to expected heavy pedestrian and vehicular movement during Dussehra celebrations. The Delhi Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory outlining route diversions and travel guidelines to ensure smooth traffic management across key corridors.

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Affected Routes And Timings

Traffic diversions and restrictions will be in effect between 5:00 PM and 8:00 PM on key roads across East Delhi. Commuters are urged to avoid the following corridors during these peak hours:

TRAFFIC ADVISORY | DUSSEHRA CELEBRATIONS – 20.10.2026 In view of the Dussehra celebrations on 20.10.2026, heavy pedestrian and vehicular movement is expected in East Delhi. Traffic diversions will remain in effect, as required, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on the following roads: * NH-24 * Road No. 57 * Road No. 57A * Road No. 56 * Vikas Marg Commuters are advised to avoid these roads, wherever possible, use alternative routes and plan their journeys accordingly. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS * Motorists are advised to plan their journeys in advance, allow extra travel time and park only at designated parking places. Avoid roadside parking. * Drive carefully, remain patient and follow traffic rules, diversion signs and directions of Traffic Police personnel deployed in the area. * For real-time 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

— Delhi Traffic Police (@dtptraffic) October 19, 2026

• National Highway 24 (NH-24)
• Vikas Marg
• Road No. 57
• Road No. 57A
• Road No. 56

Advisory For Motorists

To reduce congestion and ensure public safety, the Delhi Traffic Police has recommended the following measures:

- Plan your journey in advance, allow extra time for potential delays, and use designated parking facilities. Roadside parking is strictly prohibited.

- Drive carefully, remain patient and follow traffic rules, diversion signs and directions of Traffic Police personnel deployed in the area.

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For real-time updates or emergency assistance, commuters can connect with the Delhi Traffic Police via the following channels:

• WhatsApp Support: 8750871493
• Helpline Numbers: 1095 / 011-25844444
• Social Media Handles:
• X (formerly Twitter): @dtptraffic
• Facebook: dtptraffic
• Instagram: dtptraffic