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As preparation gears up for the January 26 celebrations, Delhi Traffic Police issued a detailed traffic advisory for Friday (January 23) in light of the Full
Dress Rehearsal for the Republic Day parade. Vehicular movement on Kartavya Path from Vijay Chowk to India Gate will remain restricted during the rehearsal hours tomorrow. The Parade rehearsal is scheduled to start at 10.30 AM from Vijay Chowk and will proceed to Red Fort.
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Vijay Chowk - Kartavya Path - ‘C’ Hexagon R/A Statue of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose - Tilak Marg - Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg - Netaji Subhash Marg - Red Fort
List of Roads To Face Traffic Restrictions
Traffic restrictions will be imposed on adjoining roads, including Raisina Road, Janpath, C-Hexagon and surrounding areas from early on Friday morning till the conclusion of the rehearsal.
The commuters travelling from north Delhi to south Delhi and vice versa are advised to avoid central Delhi roads and instead use Ring Road, Outer Ring Road and other peripheral routes. Movement of heavy vehicles will be regulated on arterial roads leading towards Kartavya Path.
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Parking Prohibited On Several Roads
Parking will be prohibited on several roads in the New Delhi district, including parts of Tilak Marg, Janpath and Mansingh Road. Vehicles parked in the restricted zones will be towed to avoid traffic bottlenecks, it said.
Metro services will continue as usual. However, entry and exit at certain metro stations near the parade route may be regulated depending on the security situation, the advisory noted.
Special arrangements have been made for emergency vehicles, including ambulances and fire tenders. Traffic personnel will be deployed at key junctions to manage diversions and assist commuters, police said.
The Traffic Police urged motorists to plan their journeys, follow traffic signage and cooperate with on-ground personnel.
Commuters have also been advised to stay updated through official social media handles and traffic helpline numbers for real-time updates.
Full Dress Republic Day Rehearsal
The Full Dress Rehearsal is a crucial preparatory exercise ahead of the Republic Day parade on January 26 and involves extensive movement of armed forces, tableaux and security personnel, necessitating elaborate traffic arrangements across central Delhi, officials said.
The Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path, New Delhi, is a powerful showcase of India’s military strength, cultural diversity, and democratic values. From ceremonial marches to breathtaking flypasts, the parade reflects the spirit of a nation united in purpose.
