New Rohtak Road blocked till Jan 31: Check alternate routes & peak traffic times

New Delhi: The Delhi Traffic Police announced that the Tata Power – Delhi Distribution Limited (TPDDL) is carrying out underground cabling maintenance and upgradation, occupying two lanes on New Rohtak Road. This has resulted in heavy and slow-moving traffic.

The affected stretch extends from Kamal T-Point to Liberty Cinema, towards Paharganj.

Recommended alternative routes

To avoid delays, traffic police have advised commuters to take the following detours:

Towards Paharganj / New Delhi: From Kamal T-Point, take a left towards Sarai Rohilla, then right on Veer Banda Bairagi Marg via Rani Jhansi Road.

From Shastri Nagar Chowk to Liberty Cinema: Avoid Swami Narayan Marg and use Rani Jhansi Road.

Authorities have urged commuters to plan journeys in advance, follow traffic personnel instructions at key intersections, and remain patient during the ongoing work.

Background on Delhi traffic disruptions

The curbs come shortly after traffic congestion on the Delhi-Jaipur Expressway due to the closure of the Hero Honda Chowk underpass, following safety complaints about falling stones from the structure.

With multiple ongoing roadworks, motorists are advised to allow extra travel time and consider alternate routes to avoid delays.