Monday, Jan 17, 2011
With the Republic Day rehearsals starting on Monday, the Delhi Traffic Police has warned commuters to expect congestion near India Gate and its surrounding areas till noon.
Rehearsals for the January 26 parade will be held on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday on Rajpath, which would be closed to traffic from Vijay Chowk to India Gate from 9 to 11.30 am. Cross movement on Rafi Marg, Janpath and Mansingh Road will also be closed during this time.
"Congestion is expected around Rajpath, particularly near India Gate. People must avoid Rajpath and the areas surrounding India Gate at least up to 12 noon. Commuters are advised to use the Ring Road, Mother Teresa Crescent and Mathura Road for better movement," a senior Traffic official said. The Traffic department has advised the public to use the Delhi Metro for hassle-free movement as buses will also be diverted on these routes.
Monday onwards, thousands of security personnel will fan out across the city to prepare for a ground-to-air security cover for the Republic Day.
Snipers will be deployed at high-rise buildings, while around 100 CCTV cameras will keep a tight vigil on movement between Rajpath and the Red Fort — the route of the parade.
Security sources said mobile hit teams, anti-aircraft guns and sharpshooters of the National Security Guard will be deployed at various locations while paramilitary and Delhi Police commandos will keep a close watch along the parade route, which will be covered by special security and anti-terror arrangements. A multi-layer security ring is already in place on Rajpath, where President Pratibha Patil will unfurl the Tricolour and take the salute of the marching contingents.
"Special emphasis is being laid on anti-sabotage checks, access control measures and intelligence coordination," an official said.
Original news source http://www.indianexpress.com/news/rday-rehearsals-traffic-diversions-begin-today/738225/0
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