Nagpur: The City Traffic Police have announced the temporary closure of several flyovers on Tuesday, January 14, to ensure the safety of motorists and pedestrians during Makar Sankranti celebrations, particularly amid the kite-flying festivities.
Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic) Archit Chandak stated that kite-flying during the festival often leads to accidents as children chase fallen kites onto busy roads. Additionally, sharp manja threads can pose serious risks to vehicle riders. To prevent accidents and traffic congestion, vehicular movement, including bicycles and rickshaws, will be prohibited on key flyovers from 6 am to 6 pm.
Flyovers to Remain Closed:
- Shaheed Gowari Flyover, Sitabuldi
- Sakkardara Flyover
- Dighori Flyover
- Golibar-Pachpaoli Flyover
- Kadbi Chowk to Sadar Akar Building Flyover
- Dahi Bazar Flyover
- Mehndibagh Flyover
- Ramjhula Flyover (Jaystambh Chowk to LIC Chowk)
- Kalpana Talkies Chowk Flyover (Mankapur Sports Complex, Sadar)
- Manish Nagar Flyover (Wardha Road, Ajni Metro Station to Hotel Pride)
- Wadi Flyover (Naka No. 10 to Wadi)
- Kawarapeth Flyover (Kawarapeth to Rajiv Gandhi Nagar)
- Pardi Flyover (Saatvachan Lawn to Pardi and Kalamna Market to Pardi).