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Religion
Patna traffic plan for Chhath Puja 2026: roads closed and diversions from Nov 13
✍️ Amar Ujala · Patna
🗓 12 Nov 2026, 01:02 PM
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A special traffic scheme has been announced for Patna as the four‑day Chhath Puja begins on Friday, November 13, with selected roads closed and vehicles rerouted during the festivities.
Patna municipal authorities have released a dedicated traffic management plan ahead of the Chhath Puja celebrations that commence on Friday, 13 November, with the traditional "Nahai Khai" ritual marking the start of the four‑day festival. The plan outlines temporary closures of several major thoroughfares in the city to accommodate large crowds gathering at river ghats and to ensure safety during the ritual offerings.
The closures are scheduled to begin early on the morning of 13 November and will remain in effect for the duration of the puja, which runs until the following Monday. During this period, traffic will be diverted to pre‑identified alternate routes, and clear signage will be installed at key junctions to guide motorists.
City officials have urged commuters to plan their journeys in advance, use public transport where possible, and avoid peak hours. Police and traffic police personnel will be deployed at diversion points to manage flow and assist drivers.
The traffic plan is part of a broader effort by the Bihar government to ensure smooth conduct of the religious observance while minimizing disruption to daily commuters in Patna.
The closures are scheduled to begin early on the morning of 13 November and will remain in effect for the duration of the puja, which runs until the following Monday. During this period, traffic will be diverted to pre‑identified alternate routes, and clear signage will be installed at key junctions to guide motorists.
City officials have urged commuters to plan their journeys in advance, use public transport where possible, and avoid peak hours. Police and traffic police personnel will be deployed at diversion points to manage flow and assist drivers.
The traffic plan is part of a broader effort by the Bihar government to ensure smooth conduct of the religious observance while minimizing disruption to daily commuters in Patna.