Dussehra 2024: Chandigarh Police issue traffic, parking advisory
Babushahi Bureau
Chandigarh, October 11, 2024: In view of the anticipated heavy traffic movement during the Dushera Festival at Parade Ground Sector 17, Chandigarh Police has issued a traffic and parking advisory for the public.
In an advisory for Dussehra festival, the Chandigarh traffic police have notified parking spaces in various city markets.
a. Parking area of Sector 22-A Market
b. Parking area of Sector 22-B Market
c. Parking of Football Ground, Sector 17
d. Rear side and front side of Neelam Cinema Sector 17
e. Parking area adjoining Local Bus Stand, Sector 17
Further, in order to de-congest this area at the time of dispersal of this function, traffic shall be diverted away from ISBT Sector 17 Chowk on Udyog Path by diverting traffic coming from 17/18 Light Point, Aroma Light Point, Sector 18/19/20/21 chowk and Cricket Stadium Chowk for one hour i.e. from 5.30 PM to 6.30 PM.
Further, at the time of dispersal of this function, only buses will be allowed to ply on this stretch. General public is requested to use alternate route during this restriction.
Further, the general public is appealed to adopt the following measures on the eve of Dushera:-
- Please try to walk to nearby markets, nearby destinations, etc. rather than using a motor vehicle.
- Car pooling may be considered.
- Please ensure vehicles are efficiently parked in the designated parking lots not consuming more space than necessary.
- People are advised not to park their vehicles in ‘No Parking’ Zones/Roads; otherwise, such vehicles shall be towed away/clamped.
- People are advised not to park/ply their vehicles on cycle track/pedestrian pathway.
- In case vehicle is towed away/clamped, please contact Traffic Helpline No. 1073.
- Please remain patient in case of congestion and do not honk unnecessarily.
"Chandigarh Traffic Police is working to minimize traffic congestion during this festive season. We seek your active co-operation in making the City Beautiful even more beautiful," stated Chandigarh Police.