New Delhi: Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) personnel make a formation during rehearsals for Republic Day, at Kartavya Path in New Delhi, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026. (PTI Photo/Ravi Choudhary)(PTI01_20_2026_000352A)
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CNBC TV1823-01-2026, 18:18

Republic Day 2026: Delhi-NCR Traffic Advisory Issued, Roads to Avoid

  • Delhi-NCR authorities have issued comprehensive traffic advisories for Republic Day 2026 to manage mobility and public safety.
  • Traffic disruptions began January 22 due to rehearsals for the Beating Retreat ceremony and Republic Day parade, with over 10,000 security guards deployed.
  • Key roads like Raisina Road, Vijay Chowk, C-Hexagon (India Gate), Tilak Marg, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, and Netaji Subhash Marg will face closures and restrictions.
  • Medium and heavy freight vehicles are restricted from entering Delhi/Gurugram on specific dates: Jan 22 (5 PM) to Jan 23 (1:30 PM), and Jan 25 (5 PM) to Jan 26 (1:30 PM).
  • Commuters are advised to use alternate routes such as Ring Road, Ridge Road, Aurobindo Marg, and Dhaula Kuan to avoid congestion and reach destinations like New Delhi Railway Station.

Why It Matters: Delhi-NCR issues extensive traffic advisories and road closures for Republic Day 2026, urging commuters to plan alternate routes.

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