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Delhi streets gridlocked on Dhanteras as traffic snarls persist all day
✍️ Amar Ujala · Delhi
🗓 06 Nov 2026, 08:37 PM
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Heavy traffic congestion plagued Delhi throughout Dhanteras, leaving commuters frustrated and delayed.
Delhi experienced extensive traffic congestion on Dhanteras, with vehicles stuck on major arteries from early morning until night. The festive shopping rush and increased private vehicle movement contributed to the slowdown, causing long waiting times for commuters across the city.
Road authorities reported that the jam affected both arterial and inner-city routes, disrupting regular travel plans and public transport schedules. Motorists were forced to seek alternate paths, while many pedestrians faced crowded sidewalks and limited crossing opportunities.
The prolonged gridlock left residents and visitors alike distressed, highlighting the need for better traffic management during peak festive periods. Officials urged the public to plan journeys ahead and consider using mass transit where possible to alleviate pressure on the roads.
Despite efforts by traffic police to regulate flow, the sheer volume of traffic on this auspicious day proved overwhelming, underscoring the challenges of managing urban mobility during major cultural celebrations.
Road authorities reported that the jam affected both arterial and inner-city routes, disrupting regular travel plans and public transport schedules. Motorists were forced to seek alternate paths, while many pedestrians faced crowded sidewalks and limited crossing opportunities.
The prolonged gridlock left residents and visitors alike distressed, highlighting the need for better traffic management during peak festive periods. Officials urged the public to plan journeys ahead and consider using mass transit where possible to alleviate pressure on the roads.
Despite efforts by traffic police to regulate flow, the sheer volume of traffic on this auspicious day proved overwhelming, underscoring the challenges of managing urban mobility during major cultural celebrations.