New Delhi: Delhi Traffic Police has issued an advisory ahead of Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh’s Aura India Tour concert at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Oct 30, warning commuters of restrictions and diversions on several roads in the area between 1 pm and midnight.The concert is expected to affect traffic on more than 11 roads, with eight designated diversion points. Commuters have been advised to avoid the stretches, including Bhishm Pitamah Marg, Lodhi Road, Lala Lajpat Rai Marg between Defence Colony flyover and Lodhi Colony flyover, Arch Bishop Marg and Fourth Avenue Road.Traffic heading towards JLN Stadium gates 1 and 3 to 7, as well as Kotla Mubarakpur flyover, may face restrictions at designated points. Movement on Dayal Singh College Road, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium Marg, the internal roads of Lodhi Colony and the roads around the stadium may also be affected. Additional diversions may be imposed depending on traffic conditions.The police have recommended using Delhi Metro to reach the venue. Concertgoers can use the Violet Line to reach JLN Stadium or Jangpura metro stations, while those travelling on the Yellow Line can get off at INA or Jor Bagh and take a ride towards the designated drop-off points.Cab, auto-rickshaw and other ride-hailing services will be allowed to pick up and drop off passengers only at designated locations. Roadside parking and halting will not be permitted.There will be no parking for the general public at or around the stadium. Limited parking will be available for special invitees at Sunehri Pula Bus Depot and Dayal Singh College, as arranged by the organisers.The traffic police have urged commuters to allow extra travel time, follow the directions of personnel deployed on the roads and avoid parking in restricted areas. Emergency and medical vehicles will be given priority to ensure obstruction-free passage.People have also been advised to report unattended objects or suspicious activity to the nearest police personnel.
