Bhopal will see traffic diversions on November 4 as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) holds its ‘Loktantra Bachao, Arajakta Hatao’ programme at Atal Path in TT Nagar. The event is scheduled to begin at 10 am, followed by a rally from Atal Path to Apex Bank intersection.
The administration expects 40,000 to 50,000 people to attend the programme. Around 1,200 buses and 2,000 four-wheelers are expected to bring participants to the city. The traffic police have issued separate routes, passenger drop-off points and parking locations for vehicles arriving from different districts and parts of Bhopal.
Bhopal Traffic Diversion: Roads Likely to Face Congestion
Traffic pressure is expected to increase from 8 am on November 4, particularly around TT Nagar and adjoining areas.
The main affected routes include:
- Bhadbhada Square and Bharat Mata Square towards Jawahar Chowk.
- MANIT Square via Mata Mandir towards Roshanpura.
- 1250 Square via Link Road-1 towards Apex Bank and Roshanpura.
- Control Room towards Roshanpura.
- Polytechnic Square via Banganga towards Roshanpura.
Commuters who do not plan to attend the BJP programme should avoid these stretches where possible and use the alternative routes suggested by the traffic police.
Bus Routes and Parking Arrangements for November 4
The traffic police have divided incoming buses into five groups based on their starting locations. Each group has a designated route, passenger drop-off point and parking area.
| Buses coming from | Designated route | Passenger drop-off point | Parking location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vidisha and Raisen | Patel Nagar, Khajuri Kalan Tiraha, Piplani Road, Mahatma Gandhi Square, Chetak Bridge, Board Office, Link Road-1, Apex Bank and TT Cross | Near TT Nagar Stadium | LLA Rest House complex |
| Narmadapuram, Mandideep, Misrod and Bagsewania | Narmadapuram Road, Savarkar Setu, Ganesh Temple, Mansarovar Tiraha, Link Road-2, Arjun Nagar, Second Stop and Tulsi Nagar | Near Atal Path | Near Ambedkar Park, Tulsi Nagar |
| Sehore, Ratibad and Neelbad | Ratibad, Neelbad, Sakhi Dhaba Tiraha, Bhadbhada Square and Bharat Mata Square | Jawahar Chowk | Model School |
| Rural areas via Mubarakpur Bypass | Mubarakpur, Gandhi Nagar, Lalghati, VIP Road, Polytechnic Square, Banganga Square and Rangmahal | Kamla Nehru School Centre Point | Around TT Nagar Dussehra Ground |
| Old City | Bharat Talkies, Lily Square, Control Room, Gandhi Park and Roshanpura | Near TT Nagar Stadium | Lal Parade Ground, Ravindra Bhawan and Khatlapura Road |
Alternative Routes for Daily Commuters
The traffic police have suggested three alternative routes for people travelling through Bhopal but not attending the programme.
| Starting point | Alternative route |
|---|---|
| Mata Mandir Square | Link Road-2, Second Stop, Arjun Nagar and Link Road-1 towards Jail Road |
| Bharat Mata Depot Square | Smart Road and Polytechnic Square towards the Old City |
| MANIT Square | Nehru Nagar, Bhadbhada Square, Depot Square (Bharat Mata Square) and Smart Road |
These routes are intended to help commuters avoid the main congestion points around TT Nagar, Jawahar Chowk and Roshanpura.
Where Will Passengers Board Buses After the Rally?
The police have also specified return arrangements for participants. Buses from Vidisha and Raisen can collect passengers along Link Road-1. Those arriving from Narmadapuram, Mandideep, Misrod and Bagsewania will return to their designated parking area near Ambedkar Park in Tulsi Nagar.
Buses from Sehore, Ratibad and Neelbad will collect passengers from Model School. Those arriving through Mubarakpur Bypass will return to the parking area near TT Nagar Dussehra Ground. Old City buses can pick up passengers at Apex Bank intersection.
Bhopal Traffic Police Helpline Numbers
The traffic police have asked residents to follow the diversion arrangements and use alternative roads to avoid delays.
People can contact the traffic control room at 0755-2677340 or 0755-2443850 for traffic-related assistance. They can also share complaints or information through WhatsApp at 7587602055.
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