Special Trains
Northern Railway plans to expand and operate additional trains to accommodate the influx of pilgrims traveling to Haridwar and Rishikesh. The Delhi-Saharanpur MEMU will operate to Haridwar from July 30 to August 14. Departing Delhi at 4:15 pm, it will reach Saharanpur by 8:50 pm, pause for 20 minutes, then arrive in Haridwar at 10:50 pm. On its return journey, it will leave Haridwar at 2 am and arrive in Delhi by 8:45 am.
Shamli DEMU Extended, Special Mela Trains
The Delhi-Shamli DEMU service will be extended to Haridwar from July 30 to August 14, routing through Shamli, Thana Bhawan, Rampur Maniharan, and Tapri. The return journey will go from Haridwar via Jwalapur, Roorkee, Tapri, Rampur Maniharan, and Shamli.
Additionally, two special services will operate: Haridwar–Delhi Shahdara from July 30 to August 13, and Yoganagari Rishikesh–Delhi Shahdara from July 30 to August 14, aimed at facilitating travel for Kanwar pilgrims.
Haryana Roadways Prepares For Pilgrim Surge
Current traffic to Haridwar remains normal, with two daily Haryana Roadways buses operating from Ballabhgarh. The first departs at 5:30 am and the second at 8 pm. Return trips are scheduled for 11:30 am the same day and 7:30 am the following day from Haridwar. The fare is set at ₹385 per passenger, with plans for additional services as passenger numbers rise during peak Kanwar days.
Heavy Vehicles Banned In Ghaziabad Till Aug 12
Ghaziabad Police have implemented traffic restrictions for the Kanwar season. Between July 29 and August 12, trucks, DCMs, tractor-trolleys, and other heavy vehicles will be prohibited from entering the city. Vehicles from Delhi, Baghpat, Hapur, and Bulandshahr will be redirected through the Eastern Peripheral Expressway, NH-09, and Delhi-Dehradun Expressway. This ban also extends to Ganga Canal Track, Kanwar Marg, Pipeline Marg, NH-34, and Delhi-Meerut Expressway.
Vehicle Restrictions Imposed Near Dudheshwarnath Temple
Two-wheelers and light vehicles will be restricted near Dudheshwarnath Temple from Chaudhary Mod, Railway Road Cut, Bajariya, Hapur Tiraha, and Gaushala Gate, due to anticipated heavy footfall. Green corridors will be established for the smooth passage of ambulances and fire services.
Delhi–Haridwar Highway To Be Closed For All Vehicles From Aug 4
Reports indicate that heavy vehicle restrictions on the Delhi-Haridwar NH and Ganga Canal Road will commence on July 30. A complete vehicle ban will be enforced from August 4 to August 12 for the safety of Kanwar pilgrims. One lane of the highway will be designated solely for pilgrims.
Delhi-Meerut Expressway To Shut From Aug 7 To 12
The UP section of the Delhi-Meerut Expressway will be closed to traffic from August 7 until Shivratri on August 12 for the Kanwar Yatra.
Travelers from Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad heading to Meerut, Haridwar, or Muzaffarnagar should consider alternative routes.
Month-Long Traffic Curbs In Mirzapur For Sawan
From July 31 to August 28, Mirzapur will impose restrictions on heavy vehicles, excluding those transporting essentials such as milk, fuel, and school supplies. Diversions will be in place at nine critical locations, including Robertsganj Tiraha, Madihan, Bharuhana Chowki, and Shastri Bridge, to facilitate the smooth movement of Kanwariyas.
