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Patna Traffic Advisory: Routes Changed From October 17 To 20 During Puja
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News18•16-10-2026, 14:01
Patna Traffic Advisory: Routes Changed From October 17 To 20 During Puja
- •Traffic system in Patna will be altered from 3 PM on October 17 to 10 PM on October 20 due to the Puja festival.
- •Vehicle movement is completely restricted on both flanks from Dakbungalow Chowk to Kotwali, with exceptions for emergency vehicles.
- •Construction and heavy vehicle movement is banned in the Patna Municipal Corporation area from October 15 to 21.
- •Small vehicles traveling from Patna Junction to Gandhi Maidan can use Goriatoli Chowk and Exhibition Road.
- •Authorities have issued alternative routes and advised citizens to check traffic plans before traveling.
Key Questions Answered
Traffic changes in Patna will be in effect from 3 PM on October 17 to 10 PM on October 20. During this period, vehicle movement will be restricted on several major routes across the city.
The movement of all types of vehicles is completely restricted on both flanks from Dakbungalow Chowk to Kotwali. However, exemptions are made for ambulances, hearses, emergency vehicles, and authorized pass-holders.
Yes, metro and construction-related vehicles are banned in the municipal area from October 15 to 21. Additionally, the movement of government, semi-government, and private goods-carrying and passenger vehicles is suspended from October 17 to 20.
