Samay Raina's Stand-Up, Akon's Concert & Walkathon May Trigger Delhi Traffic Today: Check Routes To Avoid
Delhi is likely to be hit by traffic due to Akon's concert, Samay Raina's comedy show, the Supreme Court Bar Association's first edition of Walkathon, and drainage work in the central part of the city.
Several parts of Delhi are likely to face traffic disruptions on Sunday in view of four major public events, including Comedian Samay Raina's stand-up and American rapper and singer Akon's concert.
The Delhi traffic police, issued a series of advisories on Saturday, warning of traffic disruptions in central and southern Delhi today due to the scheduled events.
The four major events planned in Delhi on Sunday include:
- Samay Raina's live show 'Still Alive & Unfiltered' at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium
- Akon India Tour 2025 concert at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
- Walkathon by the Supreme Court Bar Association
- Drainage improvement work on Panchkuian-Bangla Sahib Road
Here are the traffic advisories issued by the Delhi Police for November 9:
Samay Raina's Stand-Up Show
The Delhi Traffic Police announced traffic diversions and restrictions around the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium ahead of Samay Raina's live show "Still Alive & Unfiltered". The show will be held at the main arena (Gym) of the stadium, due to which heavy traffic is expected in the surrounding areas.
"To ensure smooth traffic flow and public convenience, certain restrictions will remain in force from 1 pm to 11 pm on both days," the advisory said.
Restriction on roads that are likely to be affected include:
- IP Marg (MGM Road)
- Vikas Marg
- Ring Road from Rajghat to IP Depot
Akon India Tour 2025
In another traffic advisory, the Delhi Police warned commuters of congestion and diversions in view of Akon's live concert at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Sunday evening from 5 pm to 10 pm. A crowd of around 10,000 people are anticipated to attend the show.
Movement of heavy transport vehicles (HTVs) will be restricted on the JLN Stadium Red Light to Whole B P Marg between 4 pm and 11 pm today.
Restriction on roads that are likely to be affected include:
- B.P. Marg
- CGO Complex Road
- Roads approaching JLN Stadium
Supreme Court Bar Association Walkathon
A walkathon has been organised by the Supreme Court Bar Association today, which is likely to cause traffic disruptions in central Delhi. The Delhi Traffic Police advisory said vehicular movement will be restricted in parts of the New Delhi area from 7 am to 9 am to facilitate smooth conduct of the event.
Restriction on roads that are likely to be affected include:
- Tilak Marg
- C-Hexagon
- Mathura Road
- Bhagwan Das Road
- Purana Quila Road
U-drain Construction On Panchkuian-Bangla Sahib Road
An advisory was also issed in connection with the construction of a U-drain on Panchkuian-Bangla Sahib Road, due to which traffic movement will be restricted today. The drainage improvement work is being carried out by the Public Works Department.
Restriction on roads that are likely to be affected include:
- Outer CC Panchkuian Road
- Panchkuian Road
- Bangla Sahib Road
- RK Ashram Marg
- Mandir Marg
The advisory also asked commuters going to IGI Airport, New Delhi Railway Station, and ISBTs have been advised to plan in advance incase of possible delays on the route.
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