NEW DELHI: Delhi Police has released a traffic advisory for July 20 (Monday) and urged citizens to plan their commute well in advance owing to additional security measures implemented in the New Delhi area. Road diversions and traffic restrictions would be in place in New Delhi along with several main junctions. “Commuters plying in Central Delhi area, if possible, may avoid taking restricted routes and must also obey directions of Traffic Police officers on duty in the city.Â
Which Junctions Should Commuters Avoid Today?
According to the Delhi Police advisory, traffic movement may be affected around several important junctions in the New Delhi district. Commuters are advised to avoid the following locations if possible:
- Vijay Chowk
- Patel Chowk Roundabout
- Boat Club
- Rail Bhawan Roundabout
- Sunehri Masjid Roundabout
- Boota Singh Roundabout
- Prime Chowk Roundabout
- GRG Roundabout
- Jalebi Chowk Roundabout
These areas are likely to experience congestion and traffic diversions during the day.
Which Roads Should You Avoid?
To reduce travel delays, the Delhi Police has advised commuters to avoid the following roads as far as possible:
- Rafi Marg
- Motilal Nehru Marg
- Maulana Azad Road
- K. Kamaraj Marg
- Raisina Road
- Rajendra Prasad Road
- Parliament Street
- Ashoka Road
- Talkatora Road
- Pandit Pant Marg
- Rakab Ganj Gurudwara Road
Those travelling through central Delhi should consider using alternate routes to reach their destinations.
What Are the Suggested Alternate Routes?
The Delhi Police has recommended the following roads for smoother movement:
- Janpath
- Man Singh Road
- Akbar Road
- Teen Murti Marg
- Shanti Path
- Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad Road
- Kamal Ataturk Marg
- Panchsheel Marg
- Vinay Marg
- Outer Circle, Connaught Place
- Baba Kharak Singh Marg
- RML Roundabout
- Mother Teresa Crescent Road
- 11 Murti
- Sardar Patel Marg
Using these alternate routes may help commuters avoid congestion in high-security zones.
What Has Delhi Police Advised Commuters?
Delhi Police has urged residents and commuters to remain patient while travelling through the city and cooperate with traffic personnel. Motorists should follow all traffic rules, obey diversion signs, and comply with instructions issued by police officials at major intersections.
- Commuters are also advised to:
- Plan their travel in advance.
- Allow extra travel time, especially if passing through central Delhi.
- Use navigation apps for real-time traffic updates.
- Follow official Delhi Traffic Police advisories for the latest information on diversions and road conditions.
TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Special traffic arrangements will be in place during the Monsoon Session of Parliament 2026, commencing from 20.07.2026 in the jurisdiction of New Delhi Range.
Heavy vehicular movement and traffic restrictions are expected in and around the Parliament area.… pic.twitter.com/rAKiZfLBAV
— Delhi Traffic Police (@dtptraffic) July 18, 2026
Disclaimer : The article has mentioned traffic restrictions and diversions which are based on the Delhi Police advisory dated July 20. These arrangements can be changed depending on the ground situation. Commuters are recommended to monitor and check the latest updates from Delhi Traffic Police official websites and social media platforms.
