Mumbai Braces for Traffic Disruptions as Maha Vikas Aghadi Holds Mega Rally

Get ready for major traffic disruptions in Mumbai on Wednesday, November 6th, as the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) prepares to host a massive political rally at the MMRDA Ground in Bandra-Kurla Complex. This gathering, anticipated to draw thousands of attendees, is expected to significantly impact traffic flow throughout the city.

The rally, which is part of the MVA’s campaign leading up to the 2024 Assembly elections, will feature prominent political figures including Congress MP Rahul Gandhi, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray, and NCP chief Sharad Pawar. The event is scheduled to take place around 4:30 PM on Wednesday, November 6th, and the Mumbai Traffic Police has implemented specific traffic restrictions to manage the anticipated influx of people.

To ensure smooth traffic flow despite the large gathering, the Mumbai Traffic Police has announced temporary traffic restrictions from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM on Wednesday. Several key roads will be closed, and commuters are advised to plan their travel accordingly and utilize the recommended alternate routes to avoid any inconvenience.

Here’s a breakdown of the impacted roads and alternative routes:

1.

Western Express Highway to Kurla:

This stretch will be closed, and commuters are advised to use the Eastern Express Highway or the Sion-Panvel Highway as alternate routes.

2.

Sant Dnyaneshwar Nagar to Kurla:

This route will also be closed. Commuters can use the LBS Marg or the Eastern Express Highway to reach their destinations.

3.

Kherwadi, Kanakia Palace, and UTI Tower to BKC, Chunabhatti, and Kurla:

These areas will be heavily congested, and commuters should use alternative routes like the Eastern Express Highway or the Sion-Panvel Highway.

4.

Kurla and Razzak Junction to Western Express Highway, Dharavi, and Worli Sea Link:

This route will be significantly impacted. Commuters are advised to use the Eastern Express Highway, the Sion-Panvel Highway, or the Bandra-Worli Sea Link as alternative routes.

5.

CST Road:

This road will also be affected, and commuters should consider using alternative routes like the Eastern Express Highway or the Sion-Panvel Highway.

The Mumbai Traffic Police urges all citizens to cooperate with the authorities and follow the designated routes. Stay updated with the latest traffic information and plan your travel accordingly. You can find more information on the official Mumbai Traffic Police website or social media channels.