Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Delhi-Dehradun Expressway Closed for Kanwar Pilgrims
The Delhi-Dehradun Expressway will be closed for Kanwar pilgrims during the Kanwar Yatra, which starts on July 30 and ends on August 11.
This is to manage traffic and ensure the safety of the pilgrims.
The closure was announced by Uttarakhand Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan during a meeting to review preparations for the annual pilgrimage.
While this is good for the pilgrims, it may cause some inconvenience to regular commuters and businesses that use the expressway.
Delhi-Dehradun Expressway closed for Kanwar pilgrims during the Kanwar Yatra.
Kanwar Yatra to begin on July 30 and end on August 11.
Announcement made by Uttarakhand Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan.
Closure aims to manage traffic and ensure pilgrim safety.
May cause inconvenience to regular commuters and businesses.
- Who
- Kanwar pilgrims and commuters
- What
- Closure of Delhi-Dehradun Expressway
- When
- July 30 to August 11
- Where
- Delhi-Dehradun Expressway
- Why
- To manage traffic and ensure safety during the Kanwar Yatra
Traffic Restrictions
Pilgrimage Facilitation
Traffic Management
Traffic Restrictions
The closure of the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway is necessary to prevent traffic congestion and ensure the safety of pilgrims.
Pilgrimage Facilitation
The closure may cause inconvenience to regular commuters and businesses relying on the expressway.
- Event
- Kanwar Yatra
- Start Date
- July 30
- End Date
- August 11
- Announced By
- Uttarakhand Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan
- Location
- Delhi-Dehradun Expressway