{"id":7500,"date":"2026-04-12T05:43:32","date_gmt":"2026-04-12T05:43:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/saharanews.in\/2026\/04\/12\/delhi-traffic-advisory-restrictions-near-qutub-minar-and-mehrauli-on-april-12-amid-expected-rush\/"},"modified":"2026-04-12T05:43:32","modified_gmt":"2026-04-12T05:43:32","slug":"delhi-traffic-advisory-restrictions-near-qutub-minar-and-mehrauli-on-april-12-amid-expected-rush","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/saharanews.in\/?p=7500","title":{"rendered":"Delhi Traffic Advisory: Restrictions near Qutub Minar and Mehrauli on April 12 amid expected rush"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"e9jwa\">\n<div class=\"vdo_embedd\">\n<div class=\"GfdvZ\">\n<section class=\"_bIDB  clearfix id-r-component leadmedia undefined undefined  E9tg9 \" style=\"top:0px\">\n<div class=\"_bIDB\" data-ua-type=\"1\" onclick=\"stpPgtnAndPrvntDefault(event)\">\n<div class=\"ypVvZ\">\n<div class=\"WGttI\"><img src=\"https:\/\/static.toiimg.com\/thumb\/msid-130202537,imgsize-127444,width-400,height-225,resizemode-4\/delhi-traffic-advisory.jpg\" alt=\"Delhi Traffic Advisory: Restrictions near Qutub Minar and Mehrauli on April 12 amid expected rush\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>In a recent update, Delhi Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory for those planning to explore South Delhi\u2019s iconic heritage attractions including Qutub Minar and Mehrauli Archaeological Park on April 12, 2026.<!-- --> According to PTI, visitors should be prepared for traffic restrictions and congestion in the region as special traffic regulations will be enforced between 4 PM and 9 PM on Sunday. The move comes after expecting a significant surge in visitors and vehicular movement at these landmarks. <span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"3\"\/><span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"4\"\/><span class=\"strong\" data-ua-type=\"1\" onclick=\"stpPgtnAndPrvntDefault(event)\">Roads affected by traffic<\/span><span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"6\"\/>Anuvrat Marg \u2192 Qutub Minar (via Phool Mandi)<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"8\"\/>Crescent Marg \u2192 Qutub Minar (via Masjid Haji Ali Jan)<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"10\"\/>Kalka Dass Marg \u2192 Qutub Minar<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"12\"\/>These roads are expected to witness congestion. To make sure there\u2019s smooth traffic flow, heavy and commercial vehicles won\u2019t be permitted on many roads leading toward Qutub Minar, particularly via routes such as Phool Mandi and Masjid Haji Ali Jan. <!-- -->The advisory also states that heavy and commercial vehicles will NOT be allowed on these roads.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"17\"\/><span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"18\"\/><span class=\"strong\" data-ua-type=\"1\" onclick=\"stpPgtnAndPrvntDefault(event)\">Strict parking regulations<\/span><span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"20\"\/>There are some strict parking rules to including:<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"22\"\/>No halting <span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"24\"\/>No parking <span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"26\"\/>There are designated parking spaces in the Mehrauli area where visitors are advised to park. If any person is caught violating the rules, their vehicles will be towed away. They will also have to pay a penalty as per law.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"28\"\/><span class=\"strong\" data-ua-type=\"1\" onclick=\"stpPgtnAndPrvntDefault(event)\">Alternative routes<\/span><span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"30\"\/><span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"31\"\/>The Delhi Traffic Police has shared alternative routes for the convenience of commuters:<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"33\"\/>Aurobindo Marg<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"35\"\/>Anuvrat Marg (regulated use)<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"37\"\/>Crescent Road<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"39\"\/>Kalka Dass Marg (restricted access direction-wise)<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"41\"\/>Meanwhile, those heading towards major transit points including <span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"43\"\/>IGI Airport<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"45\"\/>New Delhi Railway Station <span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"47\"\/>ISBT terminals <span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"49\"\/>People are advised to plan their journeys well in advance and expect possible delays. <span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"52\"\/> <\/p>\n<div data-pos=\"0\" class=\"id-r-component iIpbx undefined  &#10;        \">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Traffic\" msid=\"130202543\" width=\"\" title=\"x\" placeholdersrc=\"https:\/\/static.toiimg.com\/photo\/83033472.cms\" imgsize=\"\" resizemode=\"4\" offsetvertical=\"0\" placeholdermsid=\"47529300\" type=\"thumb\" class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/static.toiimg.com\/photo\/msid-130202543\/traffic.jpg\" data-api-prerender=\"true\"\/><\/p>\n<p>x<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"55\"\/>Meanwhile, it is strongly recommended the use of public transport, especially Delhi Metro to reduce road congestion.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"57\"\/>These things won\u2019t affect emergency vehicles including: <span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"59\"\/>Ambulances<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"61\"\/>Fire brigade units, <span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"63\"\/>Police<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"65\"\/>Not only this, the advisory also urges citizens to remain vigilant and report to the Police in case of any suspicious object or activity.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"67\"\/>Qutub Minar is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is noted for its 12th-century minaret and historic ruins. Holidays and weekends are unusually crowded in the region as it attracts large crowds.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"69\"\/><\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/life-style\/travel\/news\/delhi-traffic-advisory-restrictions-near-qutub-minar-and-mehrauli-on-april-12-amid-expected-rush\/articleshow\/130202542.cms\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In a recent update, Delhi Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory for those planning to explore South Delhi\u2019s iconic heritage attractions including Qutub Minar and Mehrauli Archaeological Park on April 12, 2026. 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