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President Murmu's Kullu-Manali Visit: Security Tightened, Detailed Traffic Plan Issued
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News18•04-10-2026, 14:00
President Murmu's Kullu-Manali Visit: Security Tightened, Detailed Traffic Plan Issued
- •Kullu district administration issued a three-day traffic plan for President Droupadi Murmu's visit to Kullu-Manali from October 6-8.
- •Manali has been divided into nine sectors with 600 police personnel deployed and security arrangements tightened.
- •The President will visit Atal Tunnel (Rohtang) and Mata Hidimba Temple, necessitating checkpoints and barricades at various locations.
- •Traffic diversions and regulations are in place for heavy vehicles and general traffic, especially around key locations and during convoy movements.
- •Specific timings for traffic halts and diversions have been issued for October 6, 7, and 8, affecting routes to Manali, Lahaul-Spiti, and around the Mata Hidimba Temple.
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The Kullu district administration deployed 600 police personnel, divided Manali into nine sectors, and issued a three-day traffic plan and advisory for President Droupadi Murmu's visit from October 6-8. Checkpoints, barricades, and vehicle restrictions were implemented across key routes and locations.
During her visit to the region, President Murmu is scheduled to visit the Atal Tunnel (Rohtang) and the Mata Hidimba Temple.
Trucks and heavy vehicles heading towards Manali are stopped at the NGT barrier at 11:30 am, while movement above the SASE main gate is halted at 12:15 pm. Additionally, heavy vehicles travelling between Manali and Lahaul-Spiti are diverted via the 'Ground' area starting at 8 pm until October 7.
