To facilitate the construction of an underground Metro tunnel between Freedom Park Metro Station (Morris College Square) and the Institute of Science College on D.P. Road, the Nagpur City Traffic Police have announced temporary traffic diversions in the Sitabuldi Traffic Division.
The tunnel work is being carried out by Maha Metro through contractor YFC & BBG Projects and is expected to continue for approximately one year. In view of the heavy traffic movement on this key corridor, authorities have introduced temporary traffic regulations to ensure smooth vehicular flow, reduce congestion and prevent accidents during the construction period.
According to the traffic notification, the first phase of diversions will remain in effect from June 4 to July 3, 2026.
Traffic Towards Institute of Science College
Vehicles travelling from Freedom Park Metro Station (Morris College Square) towards Institute of Science College will not be allowed on the direct route. Commuters will be required to take a left turn towards Variety Square and then proceed via Maharajbagh Square to reach their destinations through connecting roads.
Alternatively, motorists can travel via Zero Mile, take a left turn towards Forest Office Road and continue towards Institute of Science Square.
Traffic Towards Freedom Park Metro Station
Vehicles travelling from Institute of Science College towards Freedom Park Metro Station will be diverted via Maharajbagh Square. Motorists will have to take a left turn at Maharajbagh Square and proceed through Variety Square before reaching Morris College Square.
As an alternate route, commuters can travel through Board Office Square, take a right turn towards Forest Office Road, proceed to Zero Mile and then take a right turn towards Freedom Park Metro Station.
Traffic officials said the diversions have been introduced to facilitate the safe execution of the Metro project while minimising inconvenience to commuters. The measures are also aimed at preventing traffic bottlenecks in the busy Sitabuldi area.
The Traffic Police have urged citizens to follow the revised traffic arrangements, cooperate with traffic personnel and plan their journeys accordingly. The notification will remain in force until July 3, 2026, and commuters have been advised to expect delays during peak hours and use alternate routes wherever possible.
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