BENGALURU: The city is preparing for heightened security and significant traffic restrictions on Wednesday, June 3, as the swearing-in ceremony of the Chief Minister takes place at the Glass House in Lok Bhavan at 4pm. With numerous top dignitaries, political leaders, and VVIPs from across the country expected to attend, police have announced extensive traffic diversions and parking restrictions across the Central Business District (CBD) from 12pm to 8pm.
Traffic Advisory and Road Closures
The city traffic police have warned commuters to expect heavy congestion around Lok Bhavan, Race Course Road, Cubbon Road, Queens Road, Dr BR Ambedkar Road, and adjoining areas. Access to the venue will be restricted exclusively to invited guests. Several key roads, including stretches of Cubbon Road, Race Course Road, Dr BR Ambedkar Road, and routes leading to Lok Bhavan, will remain closed to general traffic during the event.
Alternative Routes for Commuters
Motorists travelling towards the airport, Hebbal, Shivajinagar, and other parts of the city have been advised to use alternative routes through Cunningham Road, Vasanthanagar, Nrupathunga Road, and the Outer Ring Road. Adding to commuter concerns, parking will be prohibited on more than 20 major roads in and around the CBD, including Queens Road, Palace Road, Kasturba Road, Miller Road, Infantry Road, KG Road, Nrupathunga Road, and internal roads within Cubbon Park.
Special Parking Arrangements
Special parking arrangements have been made for both pass holders and the general public at locations such as Vidhana Soudha, Nehru Planetarium, Kanteerava Stadium, UB City, Government Arts College, Shivajinagar Multi-Level Parking, and Palace Grounds.
Restrictions on Heavy Vehicles
Meanwhile, the movement of heavy vehicles across Bengaluru city limits will be completely restricted from 12pm to 10pm to facilitate smooth movement of VVIP convoys and manage the expected crowds. Police have urged people to plan their journeys in advance, avoid the CBD area wherever possible, and use public transport to minimize inconvenience during the high-profile event.
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About the Author: H M Chaithanya Swamy is a Special Correspondent at The Times of India, Bengaluru, with 15 years of experience. He has established a strong reputation in crime and civic reporting, covering a wide range of issues including traffic challenges, cybercrime, and criminal trends in Bengaluru. His reporting spans high-profile investigations led by agencies including the National Investigation Agency (NIA), Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), and Directorate of Enforcement (ED), as well as key state police agencies, court proceedings, and crimes against women and children.
