The Delhi Traffic Police has released an advisory for commuters ahead of the 150th-anniversary celebration of India’s national song, ‘Vande Mataram’, organized by the Ministry of Culture at the Indira Gandhi Stadium. According to the advisory, approximately 11,000 guests are expected to attend the event, arriving in about 1,000 cars and 300 buses — a turnout that may affect traffic flow across central Delhi. Key routes likely to face congestion or diversions between 5 am and 2 pm include Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, Jawaharlal Nehru Marg, Mahatma Gandhi Marg, ITO, Vikas Marg, IP Marg, Secretariat Road, and Velodrome Road.

Other affected stretches may include Shanti Van Crossing–Rajghat–Bhairon Marg, Geeta Colony Flyover–IP Flyover–Saleem Garh Bypass, W Point–Delhi Gate, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg–Delhi Gate–Rajghat–JLN Marg, and Rajghat–Kishan Ghat–Power House Road. To manage the influx of visitors, entry to the stadium will be allowed through designated gates. Attendees approaching from the east can use Gates 1, 2, 3, 7, and 8 via Velodrome or Secretariat Road, while those from the west may enter through Gates 19, 21, 22, and 23 via Mahatma Gandhi Marg or Ring Road.

Parking has been strictly prohibited on nearby major routes such as Velodrome Road, Secretariat Road, IP Marg, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, Vikas Marg, Jawaharlal Nehru Marg, Mahatma Gandhi Marg, Saleem Garh Bypass, and Power House Road. Vehicles parked in restricted zones will be towed, and violators will face legal action. Commuters are advised to avoid the affected areas and plan their travel in advance. The Delhi Traffic Police has urged citizens to stay informed through its official website and social media channels for real-time traffic updates.