Delhi witnessed massive traffic congestion and crowded Metro stations as residents celebrated the first day of 2025. According to a PTI report, large gatherings at popular landmarks like the C-Hexagon near India Gate and Kartavya Path led to heavy traffic in the area.
Prominent religious sites, including Bangla Sahib Gurdwara, Prachin Hanuman Mandir in Connaught Place, Akshardham Mandir, Jhandewalan Mandir, Khatu Shyam Mandir on GT Road, and the Jagannath Temple in South Delhi, also drew significant crowds.
Metro Stations Overflow with Commuters
Metro stations such as Central Secretariat, Mandi House, and Rajiv Chowk saw long queues at entry gates and ticket counters. Platforms were packed with commuters eager to board trains, adding to the chaotic scene.
Traffic Disruptions Across Key Routes
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Traffic snarls were reported across major roads in the capital, including Parliament Street, India Gate, and Connaught Place in central Delhi. Other areas affected included:
- Karawal Nagar in northeast Delhi
- Rithala to Rohini Sector-24
- Samaypur Badli to Shahbad Dairy in northwest Delhi
- Gol Market
- Ajmeri Gate Chowk to Paharganj Chowk in central Delhi
- Burari Bypass
The heavy traffic and crowded transit hubs underscored the city’s enthusiasm for ringing in the new year, despite the challenges of navigating the bustling capital.
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In a social media post, the Delhi Traffic Police said, “Traffic is affected on Rohtak Road in both the carriageways from Mundka to Rajdhani Park and vice-versa due to deep potholes and water logging. Kindly plan your journey accordingly.”
Deepali Verma, who came to Hanuman Mandir from north Delhi to seek blessings, said, “I wish everyone a very happy New Year filled with peace and prosperity. I have come here along with my husband and son to offer prayers at the temple and seek Lord Hanuman’s blessings.”
According to a police officer, their main focus was on India Gate, Ashoka Road, Hanuman Mandir and Connaught Place.
“We have deployed personnel across 11 roads at India Gate’s C-Hexagon. Auto-rickshaws are not being allowed to park on C-Hexagon, and visitors have been asked to stay within the India Gate premises to minimize traffic disruptions,” the officer explained.
The crowd is expected to increase in the evening, another officer said.
Kajal, a resident of Machkar Village who visited Qutub Minar with her family on New Year’s Day, expressed her frustration after waiting for over an hour to get entry tickets.
“After waiting for so long, all our excitement has faded. We’re now questioning why we even came here. The crowd this time is much larger than before,” she said.
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(With PTI inputs)
