As the Former Prime Minister Dr.Manmohan Singh’s funeral is scheduled to take place today, The Delhi Traffic Police has released a traffic advisory. The Detailed advisory includes closure, diversions on key routes in New Delhi. It urges citizens to avoid specific roads and opt for public transport to reduce traffic congestion.
“The dignitaries of many of foreign country and other VIPs/VVIPS and the general public will visit Nigham Bodh Ghat on the occasion of state funeral of late Dr. Sh. Man Mohan Singh, Former PM of India on 28.12.2024,” the Delhi Traffic Police said in its advisory on Friday.
The advisory mentions Yudhister Setu, Raja Ram Kohli Marg, Rajghat Red Light, and Signature Bridge as alternate routes.
Ring Road (Mahatma Gandhi Marg), Nishad Raj Marg, Boulevard Road, SPM Marg, Lothian Road, and Netaji Subhash Marg may all be subject to traffic limits, rules, and diversion starting at 7:00 am and probably lasting until 3:30 pm.
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Trffic police have advided People to avoid the location where the parade will be held and the roads and sections indicated in the notice.
Notice recommends Commuters heading to the Old Delhi Railway Station, ISBT, Red Fort, Chandni Chowk, and Tis Hazari Court depart early enough to account for any delays that may occur along their way.
To reduce road congestion, the use of public transit is recommended. Vehicles should be parked only in designated lots, and roadside parking should be avoided as it disrupts traffic flow.
They advised the public to report any suspicious or unfamiliar objects or individuals to the police if they encounter questionable situations.
According to ANI, Manmohan Singh’s last ceremonies will take place at Nigambodh Ghat in New Delhi on Saturday afternoon.
“Dr Manmohan Singh, former Prime Minister passed away at 9.51 PM on December 26, 2024 at AllMS Hospital, New Delhi. It has been decided by the Government that State funeral will be accorded to Dr Manmohan Singh. The funeral will take place at 11:45 AM on December 28, 2024 at Nigambodh Ghat, New Delhi. The Ministry of Defence is requested to make arrangements for State funeral will full military honours,” MHA stated.
Manmohan Singh, the former Prime Minister, passed away at AIIMS, Delhi, on Thursday at the age of 92. He experienced a sudden loss of consciousness at home and was quickly taken to the hospital, where he sadly succumbed to age-related medical conditions.
