Celebrate Krishna Janmashtami! Plan your route, follow traffic advisories in Delhi. (Photo: ANI)
India is going to celebrate Janmashtami, the birthday of Lord Krishna on Saturday, August 16. The Delhi Traffic Police has released a travel advisory for residents of the capital. As there will be thousands of devotees flocking to the ISKCON Temple in East of Kailash, comprehensive traffic restrictions and diversions will be made to enable free flow on the day of the festival.
As per the advisory, Raja Dheer Sen Marg, between Captain Gaur Marg and Sant Nagar Traffic Signal, will be pedestrianized on the occasions of festivities. Vehicle entry will be limited to bona fide residents. The traffic police has also suggested motorists use alternative routes such as Captain Gaur Marg, Outer Ring Road, Mahatma Gandhi Marg, and Lala Lajpat Rai Marg.
Special traffic arrangements will be implemented from 8 am on August 16 until 2 am on August 17. Heavy, medium, and light goods vehicles will not be allowed to move on important routes of South and Southeast Delhi during this time. For avoiding crowd, devotees have been asked to make use of public transport mainly the Delhi Metro. Those visiting the temple have been requested to reach at NSIC Okhla Metro Station and move on through Captain Gaur Marg.
Traffic personnel have also requested citizens to make prior preparations for their trips, keep an eye on on-ground directions, and comply with staff assigned to handle the crowd.
In the meantime, reflecting the spiritual excitement of the moment, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished citizens of India well. On X, he tweeted, “Heartfelt Janmashtami wishes to all my fellow countrymen. May this sacred celebration of faith, joy, and enthusiasm fill your lives with renewed energy and enthusiasm. Jai Shri Krishna!”
This year marks a special Janmashtami as this year will mark the 5252nd birth anniversary of Lord Krishna who is the 8th incarnation formed by Lord Vishnu. The festivities going on across the country will follow traditional antedated activities where people in the communities conduct puja, bhajans and the Dahi Handi celebrations, all occurring on this day.
With the interplay of spirituality and festivities undertaking possibly thousands of people in Delhi, officials are advising locals and pilgrims alike to celebrate responsibly, while ensuring the trips were hassle free.
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Sofia Babu Chacko is a journalist with over five years of experience reporting on Indian politics, crime, human rights, gender issues, and stories about marginalized communities. She believes journalism plays a crucial role in amplifying unheard voices and bringing attention to issues that truly matter. Sofia has contributed articles to The New Indian Express, Youth Ki Awaaz, and Maktoob Media. She is also a recipient of the 2025 Laadli Media Awards for gender sensitivity. Beyond the newsroom, she is a music enthusiast who enjoys singing. Connect with Sofia on X: https://x.com/SBCism
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