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1‑km traffic jam grips Jaipur as surge in new vehicle purchases stalls roads
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 06 Nov 2026, 10:32 PM
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A one‑kilometre traffic jam formed in Jaipur after a rush of residents bought new vehicles, causing congestion on major city arteries.
A sudden influx of residents purchasing new cars and two‑wheelers created a one‑kilometre traffic jam on Jaipur's main thoroughfares on Monday morning. The congestion was reported near the Moti Dungri area, where the surge in vehicle registrations coincided with a high volume of shoppers heading to dealerships.
Local police and traffic officials deployed additional personnel to manage the flow, directing vehicles to alternate routes and urging drivers to avoid the affected stretch. The jam lasted for several hours, with commuters experiencing delays of up to 45 minutes.
Authorities noted that the spike in vehicle purchases is linked to recent festive promotions offered by dealers, prompting many residents to buy new vehicles ahead of the upcoming holiday season. Officials appealed for patience and advised citizens to plan travel accordingly.
The situation remains under control, with traffic expected to normalize as the rush subsides and dealerships manage the backlog of buyers.
Local police and traffic officials deployed additional personnel to manage the flow, directing vehicles to alternate routes and urging drivers to avoid the affected stretch. The jam lasted for several hours, with commuters experiencing delays of up to 45 minutes.
Authorities noted that the spike in vehicle purchases is linked to recent festive promotions offered by dealers, prompting many residents to buy new vehicles ahead of the upcoming holiday season. Officials appealed for patience and advised citizens to plan travel accordingly.
The situation remains under control, with traffic expected to normalize as the rush subsides and dealerships manage the backlog of buyers.