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Delhi Faces Bumper‑to‑Bumper Traffic Amid Festive Shopping Rush
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 04 Nov 2026, 01:47 PM
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Delhi commuters are stuck in heavy traffic as shoppers flock to malls and markets in a festive buying spree.
Delhi's main arteries, including the Ring Road and the Delhi‑Gurgaon Expressway, are clogged with vehicles as shoppers head to popular malls and markets. The congestion began early in the morning and has persisted through the day, causing significant delays for commuters.
The surge in traffic is attributed to the festive season, when people are eager to purchase gifts and household items. Retailers report a sharp increase in footfall, which has translated into more cars and two‑wheelers on the roads.
Traffic police have deployed additional officers and set up temporary traffic signals to manage the flow. Alternate routes are being advised, and public transport services have increased frequency on key corridors.
Commuters are urged to plan their journeys ahead, use public transport where possible, and stay updated on traffic alerts to avoid unnecessary delays.
The surge in traffic is attributed to the festive season, when people are eager to purchase gifts and household items. Retailers report a sharp increase in footfall, which has translated into more cars and two‑wheelers on the roads.
Traffic police have deployed additional officers and set up temporary traffic signals to manage the flow. Alternate routes are being advised, and public transport services have increased frequency on key corridors.
Commuters are urged to plan their journeys ahead, use public transport where possible, and stay updated on traffic alerts to avoid unnecessary delays.