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Nashik Sets Shalimar and Panchavati Roads as Ganeshotsav No-Vehicle Zones

Nashik police are closing some roads to vehicles during the Ganeshotsav festival.

The closures are meant to reduce crowds and traffic jams.

Several roads in the central city will be closed from September 18 to 24.

These closures will happen each evening from 6 pm until midnight.

Some roads in Panchavati will also be closed from September 21 to 24.

Police, ambulances, fire engines and local residents can still use the affected roads.

Buses and heavy vehicles will have extra restrictions on September 18 and 20.

Drivers should follow the alternative routes announced by the police.

Key facts

Central-city restriction hours: 6 pm to midnight daily, September 18-24
Panchavati restriction hours: 5 pm to midnight daily, September 21-24
Central-city areas: Shalimar, Main Road, B.D. Bhalekar Ground and Ravivar Karanja
Panchavati areas: Kalaram Temple, Sardar Chowk, Malviya Chowk, Gajanan Chowk, Nag Chowk and Shivaji Chowk
Exempted vehicles: Police vehicles, ambulances, fire-brigade vehicles and vehicles belonging to affected-area residents
Additional restrictions: ST buses, Citylink buses and heavy vehicles heading toward Panchavati or Ravivar Karanja are restricted from 2 pm to midnight on September 18 and 20
Legal authority: A special notification issued under the Motor Vehicles Act

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