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Durga Puja 2026: Strict Traffic Guidelines Issued in Purba Bardhaman
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News18•16-10-2026, 19:57
Durga Puja 2026: Strict Traffic Guidelines Issued in Purba Bardhaman
- •The Purba Bardhaman District Traffic Police has issued special traffic guidelines to prevent congestion during Durga Puja.
- •From October 16 to 22, totos, motor vans, and goods vehicles are barred from the main G.T. Road daily between 4:00 PM and 1:00 AM.
- •Town service and long-distance buses will not be allowed on the main G.T. Road from October 17 to 21 between 4:00 PM and 3:00 AM.
- •Strict legal action will be taken against any vehicle violating these restricted hours on the specified routes.
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From October 16 to 22, 2026, totos, motor vans, and goods vehicles are barred from the city's main G.T. Road daily from 4:00 PM to 1:00 AM. Additionally, town service and long-distance buses are restricted from October 17 to 21 between 4:00 PM and 3:00 AM the following morning.
The Purba Bardhaman District Traffic Police has warned that strict legal action will be taken against any prohibited vehicle, including totos, motor vans, goods vehicles, and buses, that operates on the main G.T. Road during the restricted hours.
The special traffic guidelines were introduced to manage heavy puja crowds, control traffic congestion, reduce vehicle pressure, and ensure a safe commute for the general public during the Durga Puja festival days.
