India: Delhi Police issue traffic restrictions, diversions & emergency medical services ahead of G20 summit

G20 Summit in India:The national capital Delhiis making all preparations ahead of the G20 Summit to ensureeverything goes smoothly. Over the weekend, Delhi Police put forward some traffic restrictions, and diversions and deployed 10,000 personnel on duty.

In a press conference on Friday, SS Yadav, Special Commissioner of Police said that the movementon roads and stretches in New Delhi and other nearby areas will be regulated and vehicles not destined for the city will be diverted towards the Eastern or Western peripheral Expressways and other routes.

From 5 am on September 8 to 11:59 pm on September 11, the New Delhi district will be considered a “controlled zone-I.”

Movement of Buses and Taxis:

“Heavy, Medium and Light Goods Vehicles will not be allowed to enter… goods vehicles carrying essential commodities and having a valid ‘No Entry Permission’ will be allowed to enter,” Yadav said.

“Buses already present in Delhi will operate on Ring Road and the road network beyond Ring Road towards the borders of Delhi.”

Autorickshaws and taxis will also be allowed in the city in areas like Connaught Place and other spots.

Movement towards the airport and the Old Railway station will be facilitated but the passengers are advised to take the advised routes and keep sufficient time in hand while travelling.

Meanwhile, metro services will be available for commuters. “Boarding and de-boarding at Supreme Court Metro Station will not be permitted from 5 am on September 9 to 11 pm on September 10.”

Dedicated ambulance services:

The senior police official said that a dedicated and specialised Ambulance Control Room will be installed and will be operational from 12 am IST on the intervening night of September 7 and 8 till September 11.

“Around 20 junctions have been identified for passing of ambulances and traffic inspectors will handle these areas on two-wheelers.”

Individuals can contact on 6828400604/112 in case of emergency.

A virtual desk will also be present which will provide information about road diversions, closures, traffic and other travel advisories in the city.

“The virtual help desk will also provide information to delegates and tourists and further information can also be made available on MayMyIndia and Google Map Services.”

(With inputs from agencies)

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