The Delhi Traffic Police has announced that several major routes in New Delhi will face blockage from 7:00 AM to about 3:00 PM. The restrictions will be levied on Ring Road (Mahatma Gandhi Marg), SPM Marg, Netaji Subhash Marg, Lothian Marg, and Raj Marg. Diversion points have been set up in Signature Bridge, Rajghat, Raja Ram Kohli Marg, and Yudhister Setu.
Delays expected in THESE areas
Commuters planning their travel to ISBT, Chandni Chowk, Tis Hazari Court, and Old Delhi Railway Station are expected to face delays. They are advised to take sufficient buffer time ahead of their journey. To ease the congestion, the public has been urged to opt for public transport to steer clear of roadside parking that could impact the normal flow of traffic. Under the advisory, citizens have also been informed to stay cautious about any suspicious objects or activities and report the police immediately.
Dr Manmohan Singh, who served as India’s 13th Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014, passed away on December 26, 2024, at the age of 92 because of health-related issues. After he lost consciousness at home, he breathed his last at AIIMS, New Delhi. At 11:45 am at Nigambodh Ghat on December 28, 2024, a state funeral has been organized accompanied by full military honours. The Ministry of Defence has been tasked to handle the arrangements for the occasion. Dignitaries from foreign nations along with many VIPs, VVIPs, and members of the general public are likely to pay their last homage to one of India’s most respected statesmen.
The former Prime Minister has a remarkable political career of decades, in which he has been holding crucial designations like Finance Minister from 1991 to 1996. It is for this tenure has been credited for taking landmark economic reforms that transformed India’s economic path. He played a major role as a Prime Minister in providing stable leadership during economic challenges. He has also been acknowledged for his contribution to modernizing India’s economy.
Dr Singh retired from public life in 2014, leaving behind a legacy of growth and international recognition for India. His tenure in office continues to be celebrated and is remembered for his transformational leadership and commitment to public service
The Delhi Traffic Police has also asked the citizens to cooperate with the curtailment and follow the diversion routes to ensure seamless conduct of the funeral procession.
(With inputs from ANI)
