Lucknow: Traffic Police has barred the entry of autos, tempos and private vehicles in four major markets—Aminabad, Bhootnath, Hazratganj and Patrakar Puram—from Nov 6 to 9 to ease congestion during the Diwali shopping rush. The curbs are aimed at keeping key market stretches free of traffic as footfall rises sharply in the days ahead of the festival.Police said a detailed diversion plan has been issued and residents have been advised to avoid bringing private vehicles into restricted zones and to follow posted diversion signage. Shoppers have been urged to use designated parking facilities, including underground and multilevel parking lots, instead of parking on roadsides that could obstruct traffic flow.In Aminabad, vehicles approaching from Haiderganj and Saadatganj will not be permitted to proceed towards the market via Nakkhas and Nadan Mahal Road. Traffic will be diverted through Medical College crossing and Shahmeena Tiraha.In Bhootnath, vehicles coming from Polytechnic crossing will not be allowed to turn towards the market at Bhootnath Tiraha. Traffic from Kaleva crossing via Garden Bakery Tiraha will also be stopped from entering and redirected through alternative routes. The stretch between Neelkanth turn and Aryan Restaurant has been declared completely vehicle-free from both directions.In Patrakar Puram, vehicles approaching from Manoj Pandey crossing and Husadiya crossing will be restricted from entering the market area and diverted through Dayal Paradise and adjoining roads.Hazratganj will face the widest set of restrictions, with traffic approaching from Charbagh, Leela Cinema Road, Sapru Marg, Sikanderbagh and Parivartan Chowk being rerouted. The stretch between Atal Chowk and the DM residence has been declared a strict no-stopping zone.Emergency services, including ambulances, fire tenders, school vehicles and hearses, will remain exempt. Assistance is available through the traffic control room at 9454405155.
