Editor Mr.Mayank Rawat ( Chief Editor Mr. Rohit Mishra )
NEW DELHI: The Delhi Traffic Police have issued a detailed advisory ahead of the IPL 2025 match between Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans, scheduled for Sunday, May 18, 2025, at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi.The match will begin at 7.30pm, with special traffic arrangements in place from 5.30pm to 12am midnight to manage increased traffic and ensure public safety.Traffic restrictions and diversions
- Heavy vehicles & buses: No entry allowed from Daryaganj to Bahadurshah Zafar (BSZ) Marg, and from Guru Nanak Chowk to Asaf Ali Road during the restricted hours.
Restricted roads (both carriageways):
- JLN Marg: Rajghat to Delhi Gate up to Kamla Market roundabout
- Asaf Ali Road: Turkman Gate to Delhi Gate
- Bahadurshah Zafar Marg: Delhi Gate to Ramcharan Aggarwal Chowk
Stadium entry points
- Gates 1 to 8 (Southern side) – Entry via Bahadurshah Zafar Marg
- Gates 10 to 15 (Eastern side) – Entry via JLN Marg near Ambedkar Stadium Bus Terminal
- Gates 16 to 18 (Western side) – Entry via Bahadurshah Zafar Marg near petrol pump
Parking arrangementsFree parking is available for spectators at Mata Sundari Road, Rajghat Power House Road, and Velodrome Road, supported by a Park & Ride facility to the stadium. No general parking is allowed near the stadium premises. Only vehicles with valid parking labels will be permitted in the vicinity. It is mandatory to display the parking label along with the driver’s mobile number on the vehicle’s windscreen.Designated parking for labeled vehicles:
- P-1: Four-wheelers at JP Park opposite Gate No. 3
- P-2: Four-wheelers at Vikram Nagar adjacent to Shahidi Park
- P-3: Two-wheelers near JJB/Prayas Office
- P-4: Parking near GLNS School close to JJB–Prayas Office
Access to labeled parking only via Vikram Nagar cut on BSZ Marg near Shahidi Park. Vehicles without valid labels will be denied access.General parking restrictions: Parking will not be permitted on Bahadurshah Zafar Marg, JLN Marg, and the stretch of Ring Road from Rajghat to I.P. Flyover. Vehicles found parked in these restricted zones will be towed away and penalized according to traffic regulations.Park & ride facilitySpectators without parking labels can park at Mata Sundari Parking, Shanti Van Parking, Rajghat Service Road, Rajghat Power House Road, and Velodrome Road (near IG Stadium).Shuttle buses will run from these points starting 2 hours before the match, continuing until 1 hour after match start. Return services will operate for 1 hour after the match ends.App-based taxi pick-up and drop-offApp-based taxi services should use the designated service lane on Ring Road between I.P. Flyover and Rajghat Crossing for pick-up and drop-off. Specific drop and pick-up points include Gate No. 2 at Maulana Azad Medical College on BSZ Marg (ITO to Delhi Gate carriageway) and Rajghat Chowk.Instructions for commuters
- Use public transport: Spectators and commuters are encouraged to use public transport to avoid delays.
- Follow instructions: Strictly adhere to traffic rules, follow the directions of traffic police personnel, and cooperate at intersections for a smooth experience.
- Plan ahead: Expect delays, heavy congestion, and diversions. Planning your journey in advance will ensure minimum inconvenience.
Mayank Rawat
