Delhi Traffic Police issues advisory and route curbs for trade fair at Bharat Mandapam

The 45th India International Trade Fair opens at Bharat Mandapam from November 14 to 27, prompting the Delhi Traffic Police to issue a detailed advisory warning of heavy congestion on several major roads. ## Route Restrictions Drivers can expect traffic snarls on Mathura Road, Bhairon Marg, Ring Road, Shershah Road, Purana Qila Road, Bhagwan Das Road, and Tilak Marg. The advisory bans halting and parking on Mathura Road and Bhairon Marg. No U-turns are allowed on Mathura Road between W-Point and Subramaniam Bharti Marg, and right turns towards Purana Qila Road are restricted.

Visitor Access

Business visitors can enter from November 14 to 18 between 9:30 am and 7:30 pm through gates 3, 4, 6, and 10. Tickets are sold online and at metro stations, except the Supreme Court Metro station. Pedestrians can use gates 1, 4, 6, and 10 to enter and gates 1, 4, 7, 9, and 10 to exit. Parking inside the ITPO premises is not allowed. Visitors bringing their own vehicles can use the ITPO basement, Bhairon Mandir Parking, and Bharat Mandapam Basement 2. Cab and auto users must use 25 numbered pick-up points set up on both sides of Bhairon Marg. Commuters needing help can call the police helpline at 1095.

Context

Large public events in the national capital regularly require special traffic management plans to handle high volumes of visitors and vehicles. Authorities routinely issue such advisories to guide commuters toward alternative routes and public transport options like the metro.