Delhi Police Warn of Traffic Chaos Ahead of Congress March to Supreme Court

On Monday morning, Delhi’s streets are set to feel the ripple‑effect of a political protest that’s been gathering steam over the past few days. The Congress party, together with several INDIA bloc allies, has announced a march towards the Supreme Court to press for the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and to highlight alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process.

In anticipation of the rally, the Delhi Traffic Police rolled out a detailed advisory, cautioning that traffic could be snarled from as early as 6 a.m. across key arteries in New Delhi and Central Delhi. The notice, issued late Friday, lists a litany of flyovers, roundabouts and major roads where diversions may be imposed, depending on how the situation evolves on the ground.

What’s likely to be affected? The advisory points to hotspots such as the Shankar Road‑Vande Matram roundabout, Dhaula Kuan flyover, Jhandewalan roundabout, Panchkuian and Mandi House roundabouts, as well as the stretch around Dr Dinesh Nandini Dalmia Chowk (W‑Point) and Ram Charan Aggarwal Chowk (A‑Point). Further down the list are the busy corridors of Chemsford Road‑Outer Circle near Connaught Place, the Lodhi Road flyover, the Samrat Hotel roundabout, and several points around the Ring Road, among others.

Commuters heading to railway stations, inter‑state bus terminals or the airport are being asked to plan ahead and allow extra travel time. “Please keep extra travel time in hand if heading towards railway stations, ISBTs, or the airport via New Delhi and Central Delhi,” the police wrote, adding that non‑essential trips should be avoided if possible.

The traffic management plan is described as “dynamic,” meaning officers on the ground will adjust diversions and signal timings in real time. In plain language, that translates to a fluid, on‑the‑spot response that could either ease or tighten the flow depending on crowd size and any unforeseen incidents.

Politically, the march is being framed by opposition leaders as a defence of democracy. Rahul Gandhi, the Lok Sabha’s Leader of the Opposition, urged the youth and civil‑society groups to rally together, famously telling supporters “Daro mat” – don’t be afraid. The protest comes just a day after Delhi saw a spate of detentions and a heavy police presence, signalling the heightened tension surrounding the event.

Meanwhile, Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant has turned down a request from the INDIA bloc for a direct hearing, advising the petitioners to file a formal case since the matter is already sub‑judice. This legal rebuff adds another layer to the unfolding drama.

For now, residents and travellers are advised to stay tuned to local updates, follow any on‑site signage, and consider alternate routes if they can. The city’s pulse will likely be louder than usual, but with a bit of patience and foresight, the day should pass without major inconvenience.