Kolkata: The city is gearing up for the Republic Day parade, with the city police issuing a detailed traffic advisory ahead of the final rehearsal on January 24 and the main event on January 26. Several key roads in and around the Maidan area will remain closed for hours, with traffic diversions and strict movement regulations in place to ensure smooth conduct of the parade and related military movements.
The Kolkata Police have said that all classes of vehicles and all kinds of traffic, including pedestrian movement, will be regulated within the city during the specified hours.
Republic Day Parade in Kolkata: Venue and Timings
The Republic Day parade in Kolkata is traditionally held at Red Road, near the Kolkata Maidan, which serves as the central venue for both the rehearsal and the main ceremony.
- Final dress rehearsal: January 24
- Rehearsal timings: 6.30 am to 12.00 noon
- Republic Day parade: January 26
Commuters are advised to avoid the Maidan and adjoining areas during these hours.
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Kolkata Traffic Restrictions for January 24 Rehearsal
For the full real-time final dress rehearsal on January 24, the following roads will remain closed to vehicular traffic between 6.30 am and 12.00 noon:
- Hospital Road
- Lovers Lane
- Queensway
- Casuarina Avenue
- Plassey Gate Road
- Khidderpore Road
- Red Road
- Gosthapal Sarani
- R.R. Avenue (southern flank) between Government Place East and Government Place West
In addition, no goods vehicles will be allowed to ply or remain on St. George’s Gate Road, Strand Road, and other approach roads to the parade venue during the movement of military personnel and vehicles.
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Kolkata Traffic Advisory on Republic Day, January 26
Similar traffic regulations are expected to be enforced on January 26, the day of the Republic Day parade. Roads around Red Road and the Maidan are likely to see closures and diversions for several hours to facilitate the parade and ensure public safety.
Kolkata Police have urged motorists and pedestrians to plan their travel in advance and cooperate with on-duty personnel.
Entry and Movement Advisory for Residents
While specific public entry timings have not been detailed, police have clarified that movement of vehicles and pedestrians will be regulated across the city during the parade and rehearsal hours. Entry into restricted zones near the parade route may be limited, depending on security arrangements.
Residents are advised to:
- Avoid the Maidan and central Kolkata areas during restricted hours
- Use alternative routes wherever possible
- Follow traffic advisories issued by Kolkata Police
If you are not attending the parade or rehearsal, it is best to delay travel through central Kolkata during the morning hours on January 24 and January 26. Those heading towards offices, hospitals or railway stations should start early and check traffic updates before leaving.
