Guwahati Announces Traffic Diversions for Durga Idol Immersion on October 21, 22
The Guwahati Traffic Police has announced special traffic restrictions and diversions for Durga idol immersion on October 21 and 22 to ensure public safety and smooth traffic movement across the city.
According to a press release issued by the Traffic Branch of the Deputy Commissioner of Police’s office, the restrictions will come into effect from 10 am on both days and remain in force until the immersion process is completed.
Special arrangements have been made for vehicles carrying idols to the designated immersion ghats, while regular traffic will be diverted at several major junctions to minimise congestion.
Designated Routes for Idol-Carrying Vehicles
Vehicles carrying idols from Chandmari via Maharaja Prithu Flyover must proceed through District Library Point, KLB Road and Hedayatpur Point before reaching MG Road and the immersion ghat.
Vehicles coming from Tokobari, Paltan Bazar, Ulubari, Birubari, Rehabari, Chatribari, Bishnupur and areas along AT Road must take the route through Aryanagar, AK Azad Road, Nepali Mandir, Paltan Bazar, Bishal Point, Paltan Bazar Railway Underbridge, Panbazar Railway Overbridge and Panibazar Police Station Point before proceeding along MG Road.
Idol-carrying vehicles from Kumarpara and Fancy Bazar must follow Bishnupur Road, Chatipur, Aryanagar, AK Azad Road, Nepali Mandir, Paltan Bazar, Bishal Point and Panibazar Police Station Point to reach the ghat.
Vehicles from Ganeshguri, Christian Basti, Dispur and Kahilipara must use RG Baruah Road, Shraddhanjali Flyover, Maharaja Prithu Flyover, District Library Point, KLB Road and Hedayatpur Point before entering MG Road.
Those coming from Khanapara must travel via GS Road, Bhangagarh Point, Ulubari Point, AT Road, Panbazar Railway Overbridge and Panibazar Police Station Point.
Restrictions on Key Roads
The traffic police have prohibited idol-carrying vehicles from using BR Baruah Road from Ulubari.
Only vehicles carrying idols will be permitted to proceed towards the immersion ghat along MG Road from the Mahendra Mohan Choudhury Hospital side. These vehicles must use the designated right-hand lane.
After immersion, the vehicles must leave through the prescribed exit routes via DG Road or AT Road.
Vehicles carrying idols from Maligaon and Jalukbari will not be permitted to enter through the restricted approach routes to the immersion area.
Diversions for Regular Traffic
Regular vehicles approaching Maharaja Prithu Flyover from Noonmati will be diverted, while traffic coming from Chandmari along the road beneath the flyover towards Talukdar will be redirected towards Ulubari and Chatribari at BC Point.
Vehicles travelling from Talukdar and Bharalumukh towards Chandmari and Dispur will be regulated near Machkhowa and diverted through BR Road or AT Road.
Traffic approaching from Uzan Bazar, Kharghuli and Noonmati will be controlled at Radio Station Point and redirected via Lamb Road, CMB Road and TC Point.
Commuters have been advised to avoid MG Road, GNB Road and BC Road wherever possible, particularly the stretch beneath the flyover near TC Point.
Airport and Railway Passengers Advised to Use NH-37
Passengers travelling to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport and Paltan Bazar Railway Station have been advised to use National Highway 37 wherever feasible to avoid traffic congestion.
The traffic police have urged residents and commuters to plan their journeys in advance and follow the directions of traffic personnel deployed at major intersections.
The restrictions will not apply to emergency service vehicles and vehicles carrying religious musical instruments, as specified in the advisory.
The police have appealed to the public to cooperate with the traffic arrangements to ensure safe and smooth conduct of the Durga idol immersion process.
