Delhi Traffic Police issue advisory ahead of UNESCO Heritage Committee Session at Red Fort

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Ahead of the UNESCO Heritage Committee Session, which is set to be held at Red Fort from Tuesday to Saturday, the Delhi Traffic Police on Monday issued a detailed traffic advisory. In view of the 20th Session of the Intergovernmental Committee for Intangible Cultural Heritage, the Delhi Police, in a post on social media platform X, informed that special traffic arrangements will remain in force between 8 am and 9 pm throughout the event period.

According to the social media post put up by the Delhi Traffic Police, key stretches around the venue will experience traffic restrictions and need-based diversions, particularly along Netaji Subhash Marg and Nishad Raj Marg.

The Delhi Traffic Police also asserted that commuters may face diversions from Chhatta Rail Chowk, T-Point Subhash Marg, Shanti Van Chowk, GPO Chowk, Delhi Gate, and Hanuman Mandir Crossing, depending on traffic flow and security requirements.

Highlighting about parking near the venue, the post stated, "Use only designated parking areas: Parade Ground, ASI Parking (Red Fort), Dangal Maidan, Omaxe Mall, Church Mission Road Parking."

The authorities said that event attendees or those travelling around the vicinity should use footpaths and designated crossings and follow instructions from on-ground personnel to ensure smooth movement.

The post reads, "Use footpaths & designated crossings. Follow on-ground staff instructions."

Hinting at the major areas likely to be affected during the UNESCO Heritage Committee Session at Red Fort, the Delhi Traffic Police said congestion is expected on several key stretches, particularly Ring Road (Rajghat-ISBT Kashmiri Gate), Netaji Subhash Marg, Nishad Raj Marg, and SPM Marg.

Commuters have been advised to plan their journeys accordingly and stay updated through official Delhi Traffic Police channels.

The session at Red Fort is expected to draw international delegates, prompting enhanced security and mobility arrangements in the area.

While speaking about the UNESCO gathering, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday described traditions, languages, music, craftsmanship and other intangible heritage as the most "democratic expression of culture", saying they are "owned by all and guarded by many" at the beginning of a major UNESCO gathering held at the Red Fort.

(With ANI inputs)