Major traffic restrictions in Delhi today: Check routes and alternatives

If you're planning to travel in Delhi on Tuesday, be prepared for major traffic restrictions. The Delhi Police has issued a traffic advisory regarding diversions and road closures due to exigencies. Heavy congestion is expected in Central Delhi, including Delhi Gate and Raj Ghat, Hindustan Times reported.

As per the advisory, traffic restrictions and diversions will be put in place in W-Point, A-Point ITO Chowk, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, Delhi Gate, Jawaharlal Nehru Marg, Rajghat Crossing, MGM, and IP Marg between 8 am and 10.30 am on August 5.

“On 05.08.2025, due to exigencies, traffic restrictions and diversions will be in place on both the carriageways and service roads around W-Point, A-Point ITO Chowk, BSZ Marg, Delhi Gate, JLN Marg, Rajghat Crossing, MGM and IP Marg,” a Delhi Traffic Police statement was quoted by HT.

TRAFFIC ADVISORY

Traffic restrictions and diversions will be in place on 05.08.2025, Tuesday from 08:00 AM to 10:30 AM around W-Point, A-Point ITO Chowk, BSZ Marg, Delhi Gate, JLN Marg, Rajghat Crossing, MGM and IP Marg due to an urgent movement. 📍 Avoid the affected routes 📍… pic.twitter.com/BRj2MzAzjt — Delhi Traffic Police (@dtptraffic) August 4, 2025

The advisory also said that no parking facility will be allowed on Bahadurshah Zafar Marg, JLN Marg, and Ring Road from Shanti Van to Rajghat to I.P. Flyover, including IP Marg (both the carriageways) on Tuesday.

Vehicles parked on these roads shall be towed away and prosecuted as per law, the report added. The police urged motorists to remain patient, adhere to traffic regulations, and follow the directions of traffic personnel deployed at key intersections.