Delhi Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory for Central Delhi on 1 November as a Congress mega rally at Ramlila Ground and a padyatra from Hari Nagar are expected to affect traffic movement between 10 am and 5 pm. Commuters have been asked to plan their journeys in advance, use public transport and follow diversions directed by traffic personnel.
The advisory states that traffic movement may be regulated and diversions may be implemented in parts of Central Delhi during the rally period. The police have not identified specific road closures in the material supplied for this report, but have advised motorists to avoid affected routes and use prescribed alternatives.
Passengers travelling to New Delhi Railway Station have been asked to follow suggested alternative routes. The instruction is significant for travellers whose journeys coincide with the rally window, as traffic regulation around a large public gathering can affect access to central-city transport links. The advisory does not specify individual train services or a separate access arrangement for the station.
The traffic police have recommended that commuters use public transport, preferably the Metro, wherever possible. Motorists have also been asked not to park along roads affected by the event and to keep carriageways clear for emergency vehicles.
The advisory covers two planned activities: the Congress rally at Ramlila Ground and a padyatra beginning from Hari Nagar. According to the report, both events are expected to influence traffic movement on Sunday, 1 November. The rally-related restrictions are scheduled to remain in force from 10 am to 5 pm, although the extent of regulation will depend on traffic conditions and the movement of participants.
The police have asked road users to follow instructions issued on the ground by traffic personnel. The department has also provided channels for real-time updates and assistance, including its accounts on Facebook, Platform X and Instagram. Commuters can contact the Delhi Traffic Police through WhatsApp at 8750871493 or use helpline numbers 1095 and 011-25844444.
The advisory reflects the operational challenge of managing large gatherings in the capital’s central areas, where event venues, railway access routes and everyday traffic share a limited road network. The immediate instructions focus on spreading demand across alternative routes, encouraging Metro use and preserving clear movement for emergency services.
Delhi Traffic Police has asked commuters to cooperate with its personnel and check official updates before starting their journeys. Traffic regulation and diversions are scheduled to apply from 10 am to 5 pm on 1 November.
