Delhi Traffic Police Announces Major Traffic Restrictions for Monday, 9 February
Commuters across Delhi should prepare for significant traffic disruptions as the Delhi Traffic Police has officially announced traffic restrictions and diversions at several key locations on Monday, 9 February 2026. These measures are being implemented in connection with an official function scheduled to take place at the Mahatma Gandhi Smriti Sthal in Rajghat.
Timings and Nature of Restrictions
According to the detailed advisory released by authorities, special traffic arrangements will be enforced from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Monday. During this two-hour window, diversions will be dynamically imposed based on the movement patterns of dignitaries attending the official function. The Delhi Traffic Police has emphasized that these are temporary measures designed to ensure security and smooth passage for the event.
Key Diversion Points and Affected Areas
The traffic advisory specifically highlights several critical intersections and stretches where commuters are likely to encounter diversions:
- Primary Diversion Points: ITO Chowk, Delhi Gate, Guru Nanak Chowk, Shanti Van Chowk, and the IP Flyover
- Affected Road Stretches: Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, the section from Shanti Van Chowk to IP Flyover, Delhi Gate to N S Marg, Shanti Van Chowk to Nishad Raj Marg, and the stretch from Rajghat DTC Depot to Ring Road Bypass
- Additional Regulations: Traffic regulations may also apply to BSZ Marg, Asaf Ali Road, Nishad Raj Marg, and surrounding connecting roads
The advisory notes that surrounding roads in these areas may experience cascading effects from the primary restrictions, potentially creating broader traffic challenges throughout central Delhi.
Public Advisory and Commuter Guidance
The Delhi Traffic Police has issued specific guidance for the public to minimize inconvenience:
- Commuters traveling toward New Delhi Railway Station and New Delhi District are strongly advised to plan their journeys in advance, allowing extra travel time
- Motorists should remain patient, strictly follow traffic rules, and cooperate with traffic police personnel deployed at key intersections
- Emergency vehicles will receive priority facilitation through the restricted areas
- The public should stay updated through official Delhi Traffic Police communication channels for real-time information
Additional Traffic Diversion on 7 February
In a separate advisory, the Delhi Traffic Police also announced traffic diversions for Saturday, 7 February 2026, related to the Inaugural Celebration of the Alumni Association, Faculty of Law at Delhi University's North Campus. These restrictions will be in effect from 04:00 PM to 09:30 PM on Saturday.
For this earlier event, authorities have similarly advised commuters to follow traffic diversions, plan journeys in advance, and stay informed through official channels. The consistent messaging emphasizes the importance of public cooperation during these temporary traffic management measures.
The Delhi Traffic Police continues to implement selective enforcement measures, including the registration of FIRs against motorists for violations such as wrong-side driving, though officials have clarified that criminal action remains a last resort rather than a blanket policy. These traffic restrictions represent part of broader efforts to manage Delhi's complex transportation challenges while accommodating official functions and events.
