The Chandigarh Traffic Police has issued a detailed traffic advisory announcing temporary restrictions and diversions on major city roads on December 19 and 20 in view of the visit of Home Minister Amit Shah.
Special arrangements are aimed at ensuring smooth movement of the minister’s convoy and maintaining law and order during the high-profile visit.
According to the advisory, on December 19, traffic will be regulated on Dakshin Marg, starting from the Airport Light Point up to New Labour Chowk (Sectors 20/21–33/34). In addition, restrictions will be imposed on Sarovar Path from New Labour Chowk towards Hira Singh Chowk (Sectors 5/6–7/8), up to Lok Bhawan, Punjab. These traffic regulations will remain in force for one hour, from 9 pm to 10 pm, during which commuters may face brief stoppages or diversions.
Similarly, on December 20, traffic movement will be regulated in the reverse direction. Restrictions will be enforced from Lok Bhawan, Punjab, up to Hira Singh Chowk (Sectors 5/6–7/8), on Sarovar Path from Hira Singh Chowk to New Labour Chowk (Sectors 20/21–33/34), and further on Dakshin Marg from New Labour Chowk up to the Airport Light Point. These arrangements will be effective between 10 am and 11 am.
The Chandigarh Traffic Police has urged residents and commuters to plan their journeys accordingly, avoid the regulated stretches during the notified hours, and opt for alternative routes to prevent inconvenience. Motorists have also been advised to strictly follow traffic instructions issued by police personnel deployed on the ground.
To keep the public informed, real-time traffic updates will be shared through the official social media handles of Chandigarh Traffic Police on X (@trafficchd), Instagram (@trafficchd) and Facebook (@ChandigarhTrafficPolice).
The advisory has been issued in public interest to ensure safety, security and smooth traffic management during the minister’s visit to the city.
