Dussehra 2026: Traffic curbs in Dwarka, security tightened in Delhi-NCR and more

File photo of security personnel in New Delhi. | Photo Credit: AP

In view of the Dussehra celebrations, security has been tightened around Delhi-NCR area, while the traffic police have issued advisory on the roads that are likely to be affected on Tuesday (October 20, 2026).

Traffic restrictions may be imposed in Dwarka and parts of South Delhi, the police have said.

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Traffic curbs in Dwarka

The Delhi Traffic Police have issued an advisory, pointing out that restrictions may be imposed on six roads in Dwarka on Tuesday (October 20) evening. This is in view of the heavy pedestrian and vehicular movement expected due to a large gathering and anticipated VVIP movement.

Which are the roads likely to be affected in Dwarka

The restrictions will be in place from 4.50 p.m. to 8 p.m. on

• UER-II
• Dwarka Expressway
• Roads No. 224, 226, 203 and 205

Commuters have been advised to avoid these roads, if possible, and take alternative routes, the advisory said.

Ravana Dahan in Dwarka

A 221-foot-tall effigy of Ravana is set to be burnt at Sector 10 in Dwarka on Vijayadashami, with the Dwarka Shri Ramlila Society announcing it as one of the tallest Ravana effigies in the country for the 2026 Dussehra celebrations.

Dussehra celebrations at Red Fort