If you’re travelling in Delhi today, it’s a good idea to check your route before leaving home.
The Delhi Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory ahead of the Kisan Mahapanchayat being held at Kisan Ghat from 8:30 am.
Due to the large gathering, traffic diversions and heavy congestion are expected on several major roads across the city.
Why Is the Kisan Mahapanchayat Being Held?
The event is being organised under the banner of “Desh Bachao Morcha” to protest against the proposed India-US trade agreement.
Farmer leaders have said that participants from several states, including Punjab and Haryana, are expected to attend
Many farmers are travelling to Delhi by buses, which could further increase traffic on key routes.
Roads Where Traffic May Be Affected
According to the Delhi Traffic Police, diversions may be implemented depending on the traffic situation at the following locations:
Delhi Gate
Rajghat Crossing
Guru Nanak Chowk
Shantivan Chowk
Rajghat DTC Depot
IP Flyover
Motorists have also been advised to avoid these roads, where heavy congestion is expected:
Satyagrah Marg
Velodrome Road
Rajghat DTC Depot Road
Rajghat DTC Bypass Road
Nearby connecting roads around the protest venue
Important Advice for Commuters
The Traffic Police has asked commuters to plan their journeys in advance, especially if they are travelling to:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Railway stations
Central Delhi and nearby areas
Drivers are also advised to use navigation apps for live traffic updates and choose alternate routes whenever possible to avoid delays.
Farmers Continue Protest Over Proposed Trade Deal
The Kisan Mahapanchayat comes amid growing protests by farmer groups against the proposed India-US trade agreement.
Ahead of the event, the Shambhu border between Punjab and Haryana was reportedly sealed as farmers travelled towards Delhi to participate in the gathering.
The border closure led to traffic congestion on the National Highway and the Chandigarh-Rajpura Highway.
Farmer organisations have alleged that the move was intended to stop protesters from reaching the national capital, while Haryana authorities have not issued a detailed response to these claims.
If you are travelling in Delhi today, leaving early and avoiding the affected routes can help you save time and avoid long traffic jams.
