The Mohali Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Chandigarh on July 17. The advisory will be in effect from 12 noon to 3 PM, and several key routes will remain closed during this period.
Routes Closed During PM Modi’s Chandigarh Visit
According to the advisory, traffic moving from Chandigarh towards Karoran or Forest Hills, and from Karoran or Forest Hills towards Chandigarh, will be diverted via Nada Road or Bridge. Similarly, traffic moving from Chandigarh Lake or PEC (Punjab Engineering College) University towards Nayagaon will be diverted via Kaimbwala Road.
According to The Tribune, the following routes will remain closed from 12 noon to 3 PM:
- Nada Road/Bridge towards Nayagaon
- Forest Hills–Karoran Road leading towards Nayagaon
- Kansal Road and Khuda Alisher Road leading towards Nayagaon
- All routes from PGIMER/PEC (Punjab Engineering College) University towards Nayagaon
Diversions and Alternative Routes for Commuters
Commuters traveling between Chandigarh and areas like Karoran, Forest Hills, and Nayagaon should plan their journeys accordingly. The traffic advisory aims to minimize disruption during the Prime Minister’s visit.
According to Financial Express, traffic will be diverted or restricted on the stretch from the Chandigarh-Nayagaon Barrier to PEC Light Point and up to the affected areas.
This traffic advisory is a standard measure for high-profile visits, but it will cause significant disruption for daily commuters in the Chandigarh region. In our view, residents and travelers should plan their routes well in advance, avoid the closed roads during the advisory period, and use the designated diversions. The closure of multiple routes near Nayagaon and PEC University will likely lead to congestion on alternative roads, so allowing extra travel time is advisable. While the inconvenience is temporary, it is necessary for security and smooth movement during the Prime Minister’s visit.
