Independence Day: Commissionerate Police issues traffic advisory for commuters in Bhubaneswar

The Commissionerate Police has issued a series of traffic restrictions and diversions in the state capital, Bhubaneswar in view of the state-level Independence Day Parade and its rehearsals.

As per the notification, the restrictions will be in force on Mahatma Gandhi Marg and surrounding areas on August 11 and 12 from 2 pm to 6 pm, on August 13 from 7 am to 11:30 am. Similarly, the restriction will be in force on August 15 from 6 am until the completion of the parade.

Key measures include:

• No heavy vehicles towards Master Canteen Square from Ram Mandir or Rajmahal sides.
• Two-wheelers and light vehicles from Rajmahal can proceed towards Ram Mandir via the Master Canteen, but cannot turn towards PMG Square.
• No vehicles from the Housing Board side towards Rabindra Mandap; diversion at Keshari Talkies.
• No entry towards PMG Square from AG Square; diversion at Jaydev Bhawan Square.
• Vehicles from 120 Battalion Square will be diverted towards Unit IV.
• All lanes touching Mahatma Gandhi Marg will be sealed for vehicles, with only pedestrians allowed.
• Police have urged commuters to plan accordingly and cooperate for the smooth conduct of the events.