Delhi Traffic Police Intensifies Festival Crackdown, Issues 433 Challans for No-Entry Violations

New Delhi: With festive shopping expected to draw large crowds to markets and public spaces, Delhi Traffic Police has stepped up enforcement across the capital to prevent congestion and ensure smoother movement on busy roads.

The Central Range has launched a special campaign targeting unauthorised vehicle movement, traffic violations and encroachments. The drive covers major markets, railway stations, bus terminals and congestion-prone stretches, with police personnel deployed to manage traffic and keep roads accessible.

12 Special Checkpoints to Monitor Vehicle Movement

Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic), Central Range, K. Ramesh, said 12 dedicated traffic checkpoints have been established at strategic locations to restrict the unauthorised movement of commercial and heavy vehicles.

These include Rajghat, ITO Flyover, Yudhishthir Setu, Shantivan Chowk, Burari Flyover, Pinjra T-Point, Inderlok and Chandgi Ram Akhara, among other locations.

The enforcement drive has resulted in 433 challans for violating no-entry restrictions. Authorities have also initiated proceedings to suspend the permits of 10 Delhi-registered vehicles. Recommendations for suspending permits of another 66 vehicles registered in other states have been sent to the respective Regional Transport Authorities.

Extra Personnel Deployed at Crowded Markets and Stations

Additional traffic arrangements have been introduced in busy commercial areas such as Sadar Bazaar, Karol Bagh and Chandni Chowk. Special arrangements are also in place around Kashmere Gate ISBT, New Delhi Railway Station and Old Delhi Railway Station.

An additional police company and around 100 Delhi Home Guards are being deployed daily to manage the expected rush. Personnel are also stationed at congestion-prone locations, including Hanuman Setu Underpass, Chhatta Rail Junction, Netaji Subhash Marg, Pul Dufferin, Pul Mithai, Rani Jhansi Road, DBG Road and Mori Gate.

27 Drives Conducted Against Roadside Encroachments

The police have also intensified action against illegal occupation of roads and footpaths. Over the past week, 27 special anti-encroachment drives were conducted, resulting in 1,974 challans.

During these operations, 389 roadside carts and vendors' stalls were removed. Wheel-locking devices were fitted to 1,231 vehicles, while 112 vehicles were towed away. Enforcement teams also seized 78 items obstructing public spaces.

What Has the Traffic Police Asked Citizens to Do?

Delhi Traffic Police has appealed to traders, market associations, vehicle operators and residents to cooperate with the campaign. Shopkeepers have been asked to keep roads and footpaths clear, while motorists have been advised to use designated parking areas and strictly follow no-entry restrictions.

Led by DCP K. Ramesh, the initiative aims to maintain smooth traffic movement and make festive travel safer and more convenient for residents and visitors across Delhi.