Bhubaneswar, Ap 13: In view of the 78th Capital Foundation Day celebrations, the Commissionerate Police has implemented traffic restrictions in key areas of the city. These restrictions are in effect today on Sachivalaya Marg (from Rabindra Mandap to Jaydev Bhawan) and adjoining areas.

Key Diversions and Restrictions:

Vehicles coming from Housing Board Square towards Rabindra Mandap are being diverted at Keshari Talkies Square.

Vehicular movement from AG Square towards PMG Square is prohibited; vehicles are being rerouted at AG Square towards Raj Mahal Square.

Vehicles approaching PMG Square from the Master Canteen side are being diverted through adjoining lanes.

No vehicles are allowed to proceed towards PMG Square or 120 Battalion Square via Unit-IV Market Lane.

Vehicles from 120 Infantry Battalion Square are diverted towards Power House Square instead of Rabindra Mandap.

Vehicles moving from Lok Bhavan Square towards MLA Colony and Rabindra Mandap are being rerouted at 120 Bn. Square towards Sastrinagar Square.

Exemptions:

These restrictions do not apply to vehicles authorized to enter official buildings, including the State Assembly, State Secretariat, and other offices in the area, nor to emergency vehicles (Police, Fire, Ambulance).

Enforcement:

The traffic restrictions are in force from 6 AM until the conclusion of the celebration. Violation of these restrictions is an offense under Section 96 of the Odisha Urban Police Act, 2003.

Motorists are advised to plan their routes accordingly and cooperate with traffic authorities to ensure smooth conduct of the celebrations.