Traffic jams reported in South and Central Delhi before G20 Summit

Traffic jams have been reported at several places in Delhi on Tuesday morning, specifically in the central and southern parts. The capital city is gearing up for a three-day-long G20 Summit as delegates from foreign countries will be arriving on Wednesday.

Commuters in certain areas like Bhairon Marg, Sardar Patel Marg, Modi Mill Flyover, Palam Flyover, Dhaula Kuan, Delhi Cantonment and Dwarka Road have complained about snarls extending to over 20 minutes. Commuters, who faced traffic near India Habitat Centre on Lodhi Road, said that unmanned police barricades caused disruption of traffic.

A Delhi Traffic police officer said that some works carried out for the G20 Summit are a major reason behind these jams. Other than that, morning office hours also contributed to this. Delhi Traffic Police, on Monday, said that they will avoid any aversion or route closure for the G20 Summit.


The itinerary of the delegates has been stated by a senior traffic police officer.



On Wednesday, the delegates will arrive at the Indira Gandhi International Airport, from where they will head to hotels or their respective high commissions.

The guests will travel to the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre on Thursday for morning and afternoon sessions.
In the evening, they will head towards Taj Palace for Raisina Dialogue which will be followed by a dinner with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The guests will return to the airport for flights back to their respective countries.

FAQs:

1. What is the full form of G20?
   Group of Twenty.
2. When was the G20 formed?
   September 26, 1999.