Traffic restrictions and diversions in major Indian cities on August 15
In Hyderabad, the road from Ramdevguda to Golconda Fort will be closed to general traffic between 6 AM and 12 PM on 15 August. The move comes ahead of the main state-level celebrations at Rani Mahal Lawns. Designated parking will be available at Quli Qutub Shah Stadium and HUDA Park, with shuttle services for attendees.BENGALURU: AIRPORT RUSH ALERTBengaluru International Airport has issued a warning for possible delays at security checks between 14 and 17 August, as the long weekend coincides with the holiday rush. Passengers are advised to reach the airport at least 3.5 hours before domestic departures and 4 hours before international flights. Extra security staff will be deployed, but traffic on airport access roads could be slower than usual.KOLKATA: ROAD CLOSURES FOR REHEARSALS AND PARADEThe Kolkata Traffic Police will close several roads in and around Red Road for both the Independence Day parade and rehearsal days. Roads including Mayo Road, Dufferin Road, and Casuarina Avenue will be inaccessible during the event hours. Detours have been planned, and public transport routes may also be altered.CHANDIGARH: SECTOR 17 RESTRICTIONSChandigarh Police will enforce traffic diversions around Sector 17 Parade Ground from early morning on 15 August. Vehicles will not be allowed on Jan Marg and surrounding roads leading to the venue. Parking has been arranged at designated lots in Sectors 22 and 18.GURUGRAM, NOIDA, GHAZIABAD, FARIDABADIn the NCR, police advisories list multiple restricted roads. In Gurugram, traffic will be diverted from Civil Lines and Mini Secretariat areas. Noida will see checks at major entry points and slowdowns near the stadium where celebrations will take place. Ghaziabad will close routes leading to the collectorate, and Faridabad will restrict movement near Sector 12.TRAVEL TIPS FOR AUGUST 15Check your city's police social media handles before heading out.Leave early if you're attending an official celebration.For airport travel, add an extra buffer to your journey time.- Ends
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