Delhi Traffic Restrictions During Putin Visit: Key Routes And Diversions

Major traffic restrictions will be in force across large parts of Delhi on Friday (December 5) because of Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit and related official programmes. Both sides of several main roads and service lanes will face closures or diversions, and commuters are advised to plan travel carefully during affected hours.

Movement on several central and Old Delhi corridors will be heavily regulated, especially in the morning. Traffic police advise avoiding busy stretches between 9:00 am and 12:00 noon to reduce congestion. Travellers are encouraged to choose alternative corridors and allow extra time for office, airport, station and exam-related journeys.

Delhi traffic restrictions and key affected routes

A number of key junctions and roads will see restrictions during the visit. These include W Point, A Point, ITO Chowk, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, Delhi Gate, JLN Marg, Rajghat Crossing, Shanti Van Crossing, Hanuman Setu–Y Point, Netaji Subhash Marg, Nishad Raj Marg, Saleem Garh Flyover Bypass, Kashmere Gate, Vikash Marg and IP Marg.

Authorities have also flagged the stretch from MGM–Pragati Maidan Tunnel to Hanuman Setu for tighter management. Both carriageways and linked service roads in these pockets may face intermittent closures. Traffic staff are expected to be deployed in larger numbers to guide vehicles and manage diversions around these sensitive routes.

Delhi traffic restrictions and timing schedule

Different stretches, including Mother Teresa Crescent, Teen Murti Marg, Akbar Road, MLNP, Janpath Road, Firoz Shah Road, Sikandra Road, Windsor Place, Mandi House, Mathura Road and Bhairon Marg, will face movement controls across multiple time bands through the day, as listed below for commuters' reference.

Delhi traffic restrictions, diversions and routes to avoid

Several diversions will redirect vehicles away from sensitive points. Important diversion routes include Vande Matram Marg to Simon Boliver Marg, R/A Kautilya Marg, Sunheri Masjid, R/A Rail Bhawan, Janpath–Tolstoy Marg, Tolstoy–KG Marg and Barakhamba Road. These links will carry redirected traffic and may face slower movement at peak moments.

Police have advised avoiding some corridors altogether during the restricted periods. These include Mother Teresa Crescent, Teen Murti Marg, Akbar Road, MLNP, Janpath Road, Firoz Shah Road, Sikandra Road, W-Point, Mathura Road and Bhairon Road. Using these stretches during the listed time windows may lead to long delays and forced detours.

Delhi traffic restrictions and parking rules

Parking rules will stay strict on December 5, with stopping only allowed in marked bays. No parking will be permitted on Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, JLN Marg and the Ring Road stretch from Hanuman Setu to Shanti Van Crossing, Rajghat, IP Flyover to Pragati Maidan Tunnel, Nishad Raj Marg and both sides of IP Marg.

Vehicles left on the banned stretches during restricted hours will be removed by cranes. Owners will face prosecution under relevant traffic and municipal laws. Commuters visiting offices, markets or memorials near these points are advised to use official parking areas, public transport or park-and-ride options where possible.

Delhi traffic restrictions and public advisory

Authorities have requested patience and discipline from road users throughout the visit schedule. Traffic police have stressed that cooperation from commuters is vital for safety and smooth movement. People are urged to follow on-ground instructions, heed signboards, avoid non-essential travel on affected routes and stay updated through traffic alerts and local news channels.