Commuters in Bengaluru should prepare for major traffic congestion and diversions around the Palace Grounds area on November 28, 2025, due to a large-scale government event. The Bengaluru Traffic Police (BTP) have issued a detailed advisory with specific restrictions, alternate routes, and 'No Parking' zones to manage the flow of an expected crowd that includes several VIPs and dignitaries.
Event and Expected Disruption
The traffic restrictions are primarily in place for the Golden Jubilee Function of the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS), organized by the Karnataka State Women and Child Development Department.
- Venue: Krishna Vihara Gate No. 1, Palace Grounds.
- Time: 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM (Event duration).
- Expected Crowd: An estimated 40,000 attendees and nearly 1,000 vehicles are anticipated, leading to significant pressure on the surrounding road network.
Key Congestion Points and Road Closures
The BTP forecasts severe bottlenecks in the following areas, and commuters are advised to avoid them where possible:
- Krishna Vihara Gate (near the venue).
- Ballari Road (especially near Mehkri Circle).
- C.V. Raman Road.
- Jayamahal Road.
- Palace Road.
Crucial Traffic Diversions
To maintain traffic flow, especially for essential services and airport travelers, specific diversions have been put in place:
| Commuter Route | Recommended Alternate Route |
| Towards Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) | AVOID Ballari Road. Use Old High Grounds Junction, Kalpana Junction, Old Udaya TV Junction, Cantonment Railway Station, Tannery Road, and Nagawara to reach the airport road. |
| From Airport to City Center (Option 1) | Travel via Hebbal, take a left at Nagawara Junction, and proceed via Bamboo Bazaar and Queens Road. |
| From Airport to City Center (Option 2) | Travel via Hebbal Ring Road, Kuvempu Circle, Gorgunte Palya Junction, and take a left onto Dr. Rajkumar Road. |
| Yeshwanthpur to Airport | Use Mathikere Road, turn right at BEL Circle, and continue via the Outer Ring Road (ORR). |
| Yeshwanthpur to Central Bengaluru | Use Dr. Rajkumar Road to enter the central areas. |
Heavy Vehicle and Parking Restrictions
- Heavy Vehicles: Movement of heavy vehicles will be restricted from Hebbal Junction towards Ballari Road; they must use the Outer Ring Road (ORR). Similar restrictions apply near Old High Grounds Police Station Junction.
- No Parking Zones: Parking will be strictly prohibited (6:00 AM to 6:00 PM) on crucial stretches to prevent roadside congestion:
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- Palace Road
- Nandidurga Road
- Ballari Road
- C.V. Raman Road
- Jayamahal Road
- Guttahalli Road
Commuters, especially those traveling to the airport, are urged to plan their journeys well in advance and adhere strictly to the advisory and diversion signages provided by the traffic police to minimize delays.
