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Religion
Bhopal to Ban Heavy Vehicles During Dussehra; 18 Grounds Set for Ravana Burning
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bhopal
🗓 20 Oct 2026, 09:00 AM
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Municipal authorities in Bhopal will prohibit entry of heavy vehicles from 2 pm on Dussehra, implement evening diversions on key routes, and host Ravana effigy burnings at 18 city grounds.
Bhopal's civic administration has announced a traffic plan for Dussehra, restricting the entry of heavy vehicles into the city from 2 pm on the festival day. The ban aims to ease congestion around the main celebration sites and ensure smooth movement of emergency services.
In the evening, authorities will activate diversions on several arterial roads based on real‑time crowd density and the progress of the Ram Vijay Rath Yatra. Motorists are advised to follow posted signage and use alternate routes to avoid delays.
Eighteen designated grounds across Bhopal will host the traditional Ravana effigy burnings, a central feature of the Dussehra festivities. The venues have been selected to accommodate large gatherings while maintaining public safety.
Residents are urged to check official traffic updates before traveling and to cooperate with police personnel directing traffic during the celebrations.
In the evening, authorities will activate diversions on several arterial roads based on real‑time crowd density and the progress of the Ram Vijay Rath Yatra. Motorists are advised to follow posted signage and use alternate routes to avoid delays.
Eighteen designated grounds across Bhopal will host the traditional Ravana effigy burnings, a central feature of the Dussehra festivities. The venues have been selected to accommodate large gatherings while maintaining public safety.
Residents are urged to check official traffic updates before traveling and to cooperate with police personnel directing traffic during the celebrations.