Archive · 18 Nov 2025
Chandigarh Traffic Snarls Due to Road Repair Work
Road repair work in Chandigarh caused heavy traffic jams on Tuesday.
Commuters had a hard time getting around because of road closures.
The work is expected to continue until November 20, so people are advised to find different ways to get to where they're going.
Re-carpeting work at Junction No. 26 caused traffic snarls in Chandigarh on Tuesday
Work was scheduled from November 5 to November 20, with traffic diversions in place
Peak-hour traffic was significantly affected, particularly towards Sector 22 market and Sector 17 bus stand
Residents and shopkeepers reported inconvenience and decline in customer footfall due to diversions
Traffic police urged commuters to use alternative routes and cooperate with officials
- Who
- Commuters, shopkeepers, and traffic police
- What
- Experienced traffic snarls due to re-carpeting work
- When
- Tuesday, during peak hours
- Where
- Junction No. 26 in Chandigarh, particularly routes leading to Sector 22 market and Sector 17 bus stand
- Why
- To repair and re-carpet the roads for long-term safety and improved commuting conditions
Commuters and Shopkeepers
Traffic Police
Traffic Congestion
Commuters and Shopkeepers
Commuters and shopkeepers faced inconvenience due to heavy traffic and diversions
Traffic Police
Traffic police acknowledged the inconvenience but emphasized the importance of the road repair work
- Work Duration
- November 5 to November 20
- Affected Sectors
- 16, 17, 22, 23
- Diversion Duration
- Several hours in the morning