Ranchi is gearing up for the grand celebrations of Chhath Puja with a meticulously crafted traffic management plan that will ensure both safety and convenience for devotees and residents alike. The city authorities have announced comprehensive vehicle restrictions and route diversions across key festival locations.
Key Traffic Restrictions During Chhath Festival
The Ranchi Traffic Police has implemented a multi-layered approach to manage the expected surge in vehicles and pedestrian movement. Here are the crucial restrictions every citizen needs to know:
- Complete vehicle ban near major ghats and water bodies from November 17-19
- Heavy commercial vehicles will be diverted through alternative routes
- Designated parking zones established at strategic locations with shuttle services
- Special lanes reserved for emergency vehicles and public transport
Affected Areas and Alternative Routes
The traffic plan specifically focuses on areas surrounding Ranchi's popular Chhath ghats including:
- Ranchi Lake and surrounding areas
- Kanke Dam vicinity
- Ratu Road and Harmu Road sectors
- Main Road and Kutchery Road intersections
Timing of Restrictions
The traffic restrictions will be implemented in phases:
Phase 1 (November 17): Partial restrictions from 4 PM onwards as devotees begin gathering at ghats.
Phase 2 (November 18-19): Complete restrictions during peak hours of 6 AM to 10 AM and 4 PM to 10 PM.
Special Provisions for Devotees
The administration has made special arrangements to ensure that devotees can perform their rituals without inconvenience:
- Pedestrian-only zones near all major ghats
- Free shuttle services from parking areas to festival sites
- Medical camps and emergency services at strategic locations
- Additional public transport services during festival hours
The traffic police have urged citizens to cooperate with the authorities and plan their travel in advance. Mobile teams will be deployed across the city to assist commuters and ensure smooth implementation of the traffic plan.
This comprehensive approach aims to balance religious celebrations with urban mobility, making Chhath Puja 2023 both spiritually fulfilling and logistically smooth for everyone in Ranchi.
