Wazirabad bridge to be closed till Sat

Publication: The Times Of India Delhi;

Date: Feb 2, 2011;

Section: Times City;

Page: 6

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New Delhi: The Wazirabad bridge in northeast Delhi will remain closed for general traffic from Wednesday to Saturday due to repairs being carried out by PWD. As a result, several traffic diversions will be in place for motorists.

    Commuters coming from Bhajanpura or Karawal Nagar heading towards Wazirabad bridge will be diverted on Pusta Road from Khajuri Chowk towards Shastri Park while traffic coming from Mukarba Chowk and Ring Road and travelling towards Bhajanpura or Karawal Nagar will be diverted to ISBT and Shastri Park, said traffic officials. Heavy vehicles going towards Wazirabad bridge will be diverted towards GT Road from Mohan Nagar in UP. Traffic coming from Loni Road side will be diverted on Road No 66 connected with GT Road and commuters from ISBT Ring Road will be required to cross the river at ISBT Bridge towards Shastri Park.

    Otherwise, traffic is allowed to take U-turn from Chandgi Ram Akhara & Majnu ka Tilla and then cross the Yamuna river from ISBT bridge, assured traffic cops.

    Explained joint commissioner of police (traffic) Satyendra Garg, “Adequate traffic signage at appropriate locations will be placed for guidance of the motorists. Required traffic staff will be deployed to ensure smooth and uninterrupted flow of traffic. Public can also express their suggestions/complaints at our 24-hour traffic helpline or contact us through email, Facebook or Twitter.”

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