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Protest over Aya Nagar killing disrupts south Delhi traffic
Relatives of a man who was shot dead protested in south Delhi.
The protest happened near Arjan Garh Metro Station on MG Road.
The group blocked some roads leading toward Gurugram and Mehrauli-Badarpur Road.
This caused traffic problems on a busy road.
Police redirected vehicles from Chattarpur’s CDR Chowk.
Drivers were told to use NH-48, Mahipalpur and Andheria Mor instead.
Police also suggested using the Metro when possible.
Traffic officers stayed nearby to help control the congestion.
Family members and relatives of a man killed in Aya Nagar protested near Arjan Garh Metro Station.
The protest blocked roads toward Gurugram and Mehrauli-Badarpur Road, disrupting traffic on MG Road.
Delhi Traffic Police diverted traffic from Chattarpur’s CDR Chowk and issued an advisory.
Commuters between Gurugram and Mehrauli were advised to use NH-48, Mahipalpur and Andheria Mor.
Traffic personnel were deployed, and commuters were urged to use the Metro and allow extra travel time.
- Who
- Family members and relatives of a man shot dead in Aya Nagar.
- What
- They held a protest that blocked roads and disrupted traffic on MG Road.
- Where
- Near Arjan Garh Metro Station on MG Road in south Delhi.
- When
- Tuesday, September 15; the year was not specified.
- Why
- The protest followed the man’s killing in the Aya Nagar area.
Key facts
- Protest location
- Near Arjan Garh Metro Station on MG Road
- Trigger
- The killing of a man in south Delhi’s Aya Nagar area
- Traffic impact
- Roads toward Gurugram and Mehrauli-Badarpur Road were blocked or affected
- Diversion point
- Traffic was diverted from Chattarpur’s CDR Chowk
- Suggested route
- NH-48, Mahipalpur and Andheria Mor
- Public advice
- Use the Metro where feasible, plan ahead and allow extra travel time
- Police response
- Traffic personnel were deployed to regulate movement and reduce congestion
Quotes
Delhi Traffic Police
The Delhi police department responsible for traffic management and commuter advisories
“Commuters travelling between Gurugram and Mehrauli were advised to take the alternative route via NH-48, Mahipalpur and Andheria Mor. Similarly, those travelling from Mehrauli towards Gurugram were advised to use Andheria Mor, Mahipalpur and NH-48”
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