Complete Guide for Commuters August 2025, ETInfra

Commuters should use public transport and plan routes. With Independence Day 2025 approaching, authorities across Delhi NCR are implementing strict traffic regulations to ensure the safety and smooth conduct of celebrations, especially around key venues like the Red Fort.

The full-dress rehearsal on August 13 and the main event on August 15 will see heightened security and road closures, affecting thousands of commuters daily.

To avoid inconvenience, travelers are urged to stay informed about the latest traffic advisories, plan their journeys well in advance, and consider using public transportation options wherever possible.

Delhi: Road closures

On August 13, the day of the full-dress rehearsal for Independence Day at the Red Fort, significant traffic restrictions will be enforced from 4 am to 10 am in and around the historic monument.

• Roads Closed: Netaji Subhash Marg, Lothian Road, SP Mukherjee Marg, Chandni Chowk Road, Nishad Raj Marg, and adjoining roads will be shut to all general traffic.
• Traffic Diversions: Vehicles coming from ISBT Kashmere Gate, Salimgarh Bypass, Vikas Marg, and nearby areas will face diversions. Specific routes are planned for buses from Ajmeri Gate, South Delhi, Mall Road, and Baraf Khana to avoid restricted zones.
• Vehicle Restrictions: Movement of commercial vehicles, inter-state buses, and city buses will be limited near the Red Fort during rehearsal hours.
• Security Measures: Due to tight security, prohibited items such as cameras, binoculars, remote-controlled car keys, handbags, and water bottles will not be allowed near the venue.
• Commuter Advisory: Use of Delhi Metro is highly recommended, and all commuters should check routes and timings in advance. Police urge vigilance and reporting of suspicious activities.

The same traffic restrictions will apply on Independence Day, August 15, when the prime minister will address the nation from the Red Fort.

Noida: Heavy vehicle ban & diversions

Noida authorities have imposed strict regulations on the movement of commercial vehicles to manage the flow of traffic and ensure safety during Independence Day events.

• Ban Timings: Heavy, medium, and light commercial goods vehicles will be banned from entering Delhi from Noida from 10 pm on August 12 until the rehearsal ends on August 13, and again from 10 pm on August 14 until the conclusion of Independence Day on August 15.
• Traffic Diversions:
  • Goods vehicles approaching Chilla border will be redirected to take a U-turn on the Noida–Greater Noida Expressway and use the Eastern Peripheral Expressway.
  • Vehicles arriving via DND Flyway and Kalindi Kunj will be turned back to use Noida Expressway and the Eastern Peripheral Expressway.
• Greater Noida: Vehicles from Yamuna Expressway will be stopped at Zero Point and diverted through Pari Chowk, P3, Kasna, and Sirsa to access the Eastern Peripheral Expressway.
• Helpline: Commuters can call 9971009001 for assistance.

Gurgaon and Faridabad: Heavy vehicle movement curbed

To ease traffic and enhance security, Gurgaon and Faridabad will see heavy vehicle restrictions over the Independence Day period.

• Gurgaon:
  • Heavy vehicles will not be allowed to enter Delhi from Gurgaon from 5 pm on August 12 to 1:30 pm on August 13, and again from 5 pm on August 14 to 1:30 pm on August 15.
  • Drivers are advised to use the KMP Expressway for out-of-state or district travel and park only in designated zones.
• Faridabad:
  • Complete ban on heavy vehicle movement towards Delhi and within Faridabad from 10 pm on August 12 to 2 pm on August 13, and from 10 pm on August 14 to 2 pm on August 15.
  • Restricted roads include Badarpur Border, Prahladpur, Karni Singh Shooting Range, Surajkund Gol Chakkar, Mangar Chowki Naka, Dera Fatehpur, Sector 30 Cut, Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, Sikri, NH-19 (Palwal Road), Elson JCB Chowk, and other major routes.
  • Exemptions apply for vehicles carrying essential goods (milk, fruits, vegetables, medicines), emergency services (ambulances, fire services, police), and those with special government permits.
• Enforcement: Traffic police will strictly enforce these rules, with violations attracting penalties under the Motor Vehicles Act.
• Helpline: For help, Faridabad Traffic Police can be contacted at 0129-2267201 or 2225999.

During August 12–15, heavy vehicle operators should avoid restricted areas and use alternate expressways like the Eastern Peripheral Expressway and KMP Expressway.

All commuters are encouraged to rely on public transport, plan travel ahead, and stay alert for updates from traffic authorities.

• Published On Aug 12, 2025 at 01:00 PM IST

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