Traffic diversions announced in Hyderabad for Jagannath Rath Yatra processions
Hyderabad traffic police have announced significant diversions to accommodate the annual Jagannath Rath Yatra processions in Abids and Banjara Hills. Commuters are advised to use alternative routes to avoid congestion during the festival hours.
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Public service announcements regarding urban infrastructure and event management are essential for maintaining city mobility during large-scale cultural events.
The Hyderabad branch of ISKCON Abids will celebrate the 47th Annual Sri Jagannatha Ratha Yatra Festival on Thursday. In view of the procession, the Hyderabad Traffic Police has announced traffic diversions and alternative routes in parts of the city on Thursday. Another Rath Yatra will begin from the Jagannath Temple in Banjara Hills.
The ISKCON procession will begin at 11 a.m. from NTR Stadium and proceed towards the Exhibition Grounds. The route includes RTC X Roads, Narayanaguda, Himayathnagar, Liberty, Basheerbagh, BJR Circle, Gunfoundry, Taj Mahal Junction, GPO Circle, M.J. Market and Malakunta.
Traffic on the route will be regulated, stopped or diverted as required, with the procession expected to reach the Exhibition Grounds by 5 p.m.
The procession of Jagannath Temple on Road No. 12, Banjara Hills, will be held between noon and 8 p.m. Traffic diversions will be implemented around Banjara Hills, Jubilee Hills and adjoining areas.
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