Dehradun. A grand procession will be taken out on the occasion of Valmiki Jayanti on Monday in Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand. In view of this event, changes have been made in the traffic system of the city. Vehicular movement at major intersections and roads is likely to be affected during the procession. The traffic police has issued a diversion plan from 12 noon to around 6 pm. Keeping in view the traffic conditions on the route through which the procession will proceed, vehicles will be sent through alternative routes. The police have appealed to the people to get information about the traffic system before leaving home, so that unnecessary jams and problems can be avoided.
Traffic will be affected from 12 noon to 6 pm
In view of the Valmiki Jayanti procession, traffic diversion will be implemented in Dehradun from 12 noon on Monday. This arrangement is likely to remain in effect till around 6 pm.
However, traffic will not be stopped simultaneously on all routes. As the procession progresses, vehicular movement will be stopped or diverted as required on the relevant roads and intersections.
The purpose of this arrangement is to conduct the procession in a safe and orderly manner. Besides, maintaining the normal traffic in the city as smoothly as possible will also be the priority of the police.
Traffic routes will keep changing with the procession
According to the traffic plan issued by the police, diversion will be done on different routes depending on the activities of the procession. In such a situation, drivers may have to face suddenly changed traffic arrangements on the way.
Before the procession reaches any intersection or main road, traffic will be controlled in the concerned area. After the procession passes, normal movement can be restored as per the circumstances.
However, the detailed route-wise list of which vehicles will be sent through which alternative route at which intersections is not given in the available information. Therefore, drivers will have to follow the latest instructions of the traffic police.
Pressure may increase at major intersections of the city
Traffic pressure on the main markets, busy roads and major intersections of Dehradun may increase compared to normal days on Monday.
People passing through the central part of the city, especially between afternoon and evening, have been advised to travel with extra time.
Due to restriction of vehicular movement on some routes due to the procession, there is a possibility of increase in traffic on nearby roads also. In such a situation, office going employees, businessmen, students and other travelers may have to face problems.
Police have advised people to use alternative routes, so that unnecessary crowd does not increase in the procession areas.
Special advice given to drivers
In view of the changes in the traffic system, drivers have been appealed to be cautious. Those who are going to travel through busy areas of Dehradun on Monday should plan their route in advance.
Drivers have been advised to check the latest information issued by the traffic police before starting the journey. If diversion is imposed on any route, follow the instructions of the policemen posted there.
Apart from this, one should avoid turning the vehicle hastily on the road, driving in the wrong direction and entering restricted routes. This will help in maintaining the traffic system smoothly.
People coming to the markets may also face problems
On Monday, people coming to the major markets of the city for shopping and other important work will also have to take care of the changed traffic system.
Due to increase in crowd during the procession, the movement of pedestrians may also be affected at some places. In such a situation, people going to the market should leave with extra time.
If a person has to reach a hospital, railway station, bus stand or other important place, he should plan his journey keeping in mind the possible traffic disruptions.
It will prove useful to have information about alternative routes, especially for passengers arriving at scheduled times.
Procession will be taken out on Valmiki Jayanti
Religious and social programs are organized at various places on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Maharishi Valmiki. On this occasion, his life, thoughts and teachings are remembered through processions.
Maharishi Valmiki has a very important place in Indian literature and culture. He is known as the author of Ramayana. His teachings underline the importance of morality, humanity and virtue in society.
The procession to be organized in Dehradun on Monday will also be taken out to commemorate Valmiki Jayanti. It will be important to maintain traffic order in the city during the event.
Appeal to follow the instructions of the traffic police
Cooperation of drivers and common citizens will be very important during traffic diversion. Police have advised people to use alternative routes and avoid unnecessarily crowded areas.
During the procession, movement of vehicles will be controlled at different places keeping in mind the security and traffic arrangements.
People should also note that the duration of diversion may be affected as per the actual traffic conditions and the speed of the procession.
Be sure to check traffic updates before leaving home
