Kanwar Yatra 2025: Traffic advisory from Noida Police kicks in from today; check list of restrictions, diversions & more

Starting today, July 11, Noida Police have put an extensive traffic advisory into effect to manage the massive influx of devotees during the Kanwar Yatra 2025. The curbs, designed to ensure smooth passage for Kanwariyas across Gautam Buddh Nagar, will remain in force until July 25.

Dedicated Kanwar lane

According to SSP Vipin Tada, one lane on many major routes will be reserved exclusively for Kanwariyas, while the other will accommodate light vehicles.

To reduce congestion and improve safety, all heavy, medium, and light commercial goods vehicles traveling from Delhi towards Ghaziabad, Bulandshahr, Hapur, Moradabad, and adjoining regions face strict entry restrictions starting tonight at 10 pm.


These measures affect highways and intercity routes connecting Delhi, Uttarakhand, and western Uttar Pradesh.

Real-time coordination

In line with the DGP’s guidelines, an inter-state WhatsApp group has been set up to enable real-time updates and coordination between officials from Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Haryana, and Rajasthan. This system will help manage crowds, monitor route conditions, and coordinate security.

Key intersections have been equipped with additional lighting, electronic display boards, and clear directional signage. Several highways have also been prepared for diversions to handle the anticipated traffic surge.

Major diversions in place from today

Starting today, July 11, the following diversions will be enforced:

• From Delhi via Red Light: Goods vehicles must divert via the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway and take the Eastern Peripheral Expressway.
  
• DND Flyway Traffic: All commercial vehicles heading from Delhi to NCR towns must use the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway and then switch to the Eastern Peripheral Expressway.
  
• Anand Vihar Border: Vehicles bound for Ghaziabad, Bulandshahr, Hapur, or Moradabad must reroute via the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway and Eastern Peripheral Expressway.
  
• Ghazipur Border (NH-24): Goods vehicles are required to use the Eastern Peripheral Expressway.
  
• Noida Border (NH-24): All commercial vehicles must divert to the Eastern Peripheral Expressway.
  
• Kalindi Kunj: Vehicles entering Noida intending to proceed toward Ghaziabad or Hapur must reroute via the Eastern Peripheral Expressway.
  
• From Aligarh, Bulandshahr, Sikandrabad: Vehicles should use the Eastern Peripheral Expressway to reach Ghaziabad or Delhi.
  
• Pari Chowk Diversion: Goods vehicles from Sikandrabad or Khurja must reroute via Sirsa roundabout to the Eastern Peripheral Expressway.
  
• Yamuna Expressway: Vehicles traveling from Bulandshahr, Sikandrabad, Aligarh, Hapur, and Moradabad must switch to the Eastern Peripheral Expressway.
  
• Full Restriction Zone: All vehicle movement from Delhi Red Light to Pahadi Vihar Gate is completely prohibited during the Kanwar Yatra period.
  
  

Exemptions: Vehicles transporting essential or perishable goods and authorised government vehicles are allowed.