Noida: Gautam Buddh Nagar Traffic Police has announced special traffic arrangements for November 15 and 16, 2026, in view of Chhath Puja celebrations across Noida and Greater Noida. With large gatherings expected at various riverbanks and designated Chhath ghats, restrictions will be imposed on the movement of heavy, medium and light goods vehicles. Traffic diversions will be introduced on several routes to ensure public safety and minimise congestion.
According to the traffic advisory issued by the Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic), special arrangements have been made around Kalindi Kunj on the Yamuna River, the Hindon River bridge in Kulesara, Chotpur-Bahlolpur in Sector 63 and Noida Stadium in Sector 21A.
Which six major routes will witness traffic diversions?
The traffic police have identified six important routes where vehicle movement will be regulated during the festival.
- Noida-Greater Noida Expressway towards Kalindi Border: Goods vehicles travelling towards Delhi through Kalindi Border will be diverted from Charkha Roundabout towards Dalit Prerna Sthal. They can proceed towards Delhi using the DND or Chilla routes.
- Sector 37 towards Kalindi Border: Vehicles heading towards Kalindi Border will be redirected from the Mahamaya Flyover towards Dalit Prerna Sthal.
- Surajpur towards Kulesara and Phase 2: Vehicles will be diverted from Kachchi Sadak Tiraha towards Chauganpur Roundabout and can reach their destinations through Bisrakh Roundabout.
- Phase 2 towards the Hindon River: Vehicles travelling in this direction will be diverted towards Kakarala and redirected through the Sorkha-Bisrakh route.
- Kisan Chowk towards Parthala: Vehicles will be directed through Bisrakh and Sorkha to reach Parthala.
- Parthala towards Kisan Chowk: Commuters will have to use the Sorkha-Bisrakh route to reach Kisan Chowk.
Emergency vehicles to receive priority
Traffic authorities have clarified that emergency services will not be affected by the diversion arrangements. Ambulances and fire brigade vehicles will be given priority passage to ensure uninterrupted emergency assistance.
Traffic police teams will remain deployed at major intersections and sensitive stretches to monitor vehicle movement, regulate congestion and respond to traffic-related situations.
Traffic police issue advisory for commuters
Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic) Syed Ali Abbas has appealed to motorists to follow the traffic advisory, use designated alternative routes and avoid taking unnecessary vehicles near Chhath Puja venues.
For traffic-related assistance, commuters can contact the following helplines:
- Traffic Helpline: 9971009001
- WhatsApp: 7065100100
- X (Twitter): @noidatraffic
The traffic police have urged residents and visitors to cooperate with the arrangements to ensure safe and hassle-free Chhath celebrations across Noida and Greater Noida.
