- By Kamakshi Bishnoi
- Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:26 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
The Delhi Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory for commuters following the VVIP's visit in South Delhi on Friday, April 17. As per the Delhi Traffic Police, key roads in Delhi will be affected from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Commuters have been advised to plan their travel, avoid the affected stretch, and use the alternate route. According to the advisory, the diversion has been implemented due to an official visit of a VIP at several locations in South Delhi.
Traffic movement is likely to remain affected on Outer Ring Road, Aurobindo Marg, Lodhi Road and Ring Road. As per the advisory, traffic might remain restricted on the following roads and nearby areas on a need basis till 2.00 pm.
TRAFFIC ADVISORY
— Delhi Traffic Police (@dtptraffic) April 17, 2026
Special traffic arrangements will be in place in connection with the visit of VVIPs in South Delhi on 17.04.2026.
Traffic movement may be affected on key stretches due to VVIP movement. Commuters are advised to plan accordingly.
Time: 11:00 AM – 02:00 PM
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Key Routes To Face Restrictions:
- Outer Ring Road
- Aurbindo Marg
- August Kranti
- Lala Rajpat Rai Marg
- Mathura Road
Key Diversions:
- Under Panchsheel Flyover
- Swami Nagar Light
- Dalip Singh Cut
- AIIMS Loop
- Lodhi Road
- Safdarjung Madarsa
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To streamline traffic, police have instructed commuters to use public transport to reduce congestion, park vehicles only at designated parking areas, avoid roadside parking to ensure smooth traffic flow and stay updated through Delhi Traffic Police channels.