India: Echoes of Krishna 'Bhajan' And Dance Fill Streets as Indians Celebrate Janamashtmi

The Delhi Traffic Police issued a traffic advisory on Sunday in anticipation of the Shri Krishna Janmashtami celebrations scheduled for Monday (August 26). “The festival of Krishna Janmashtami will be celebrated on Monday, 26.

The Delhi Traffic Police issued a traffic advisory on Sunday in anticipation of the Shri Krishna Janmashtami celebrations scheduled for Monday (August 26). “The festival of Krishna Janmashtami will be celebrated on Monday, 26.08.2024. A large number of devotees will be visiting various temples on 26.08.2024 evening, continuing until the early hours of 27.08.2024,” the advisory stated. It added, “On this occasion, many Mandir Samitis will organise Janmashtami Shobha Yatras/processions, featuring raths, jhankis, bands, and tempos, in various parts of Delhi.” The advisory cautioned the public about potential traffic congestion due to increased temple visits and procession routes, warning of possible slowdowns and traffic jams. Also read: Indian CEO, after causing a stir on social media by two-words 'Brahmin Genes', now says 'deal with it' Locations where significant Janmashtami events will take place: Laxmi Narain Mandir, New Delhi ISKCON Temple, East of Kailash ISKCON Temple, Dwarka Sector-13 Janmashtami Park, Punjabi Bagh Adhya Katyani Shakti Peeth, Chhattarpur Santoshi Mata Mandir, Hari Nagar ISKCON Temple, Sector-25, Rohini DDA Ground, Sector-10, Dwarka Golok Dham Temple, Sector-10, Dwarka Gufawala Mandir, Preet Vihar Regarding the Laxmi Narain Mandir on Mandir Marg, the advisory said, “No vehicles will be allowed on Mandir Marg from Roundabout Talkatora Stadium towards Mandir Marg up to Peshwa Road - Mandir Marg T-Point and vice versa.” There are also restrictions around the ISKCON temple in East of Kailash. Also read: What is Unified Pension Scheme? Here's what you should know The traffic advisory urged the public and motorists to plan their journeys with the festivities and potential traffic issues in mind. It recommended allowing extra travel time to account for potential delays and encouraged the use of Metro and other public transportation to avoid road congestion. (With inputs from agencies)

Delhi Police issue traffic advisory ahead of Janmashtami celebrations

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