Noida Holiday Extension: Schools, Colleges, & Government Offices Closed Until August 2 for Kanwar Yatra

Gautam Buddha Nagar's local holiday extended to August 2, 2024, due to Kanwar Yatra, affecting all schools, colleges, and government offices. Traffic diversions are in place, and helplines are available for assistance. Follow Noida Traffic Police for updates.

Posted by by Samiksha SIngh July 29, 2024 11:24 pm 4 Min Read
Noida Holiday Extension: Schools, Colleges, and Government Offices Closed Until August 2 for Kanwar Yatra
Noida Holiday Extension: Schools, Colleges, and Government Offices Closed Until August 2 for Kanwar Yatra

NOIDA, July 29, 2024 – Gautam Buddha Nagar District Magistrate (DM) Manish Kumar Verma has announced a Noida holiday extension until August 2, 2024. This decision affects schools, colleges, and government offices in Noida, aiming to facilitate the Kanwar Yatra during the Hindu month of Sawan.

Noida Holiday Extension Update

  • Holiday extended until August 2, 2024
  • Affects all educational institutions and government offices in Noida
  • Supports safe conduct of Kanwar Yatra celebrations

Kanwar Yatra’s Impact on Noida

The Kanwar Yatra sees millions of Shiva devotees collecting sacred water from the Ganges. This massive pilgrimage necessitates the Noida holiday extension to manage increased foot traffic and vehicular congestion, prioritizing public safety.

Traffic Management During the Extended Holiday

To accommodate pilgrims and ensure smooth traffic flow, Noida authorities have implemented comprehensive diversion plans:

  • Eastern Peripheral Expressway Route: Heavy, medium, and light vehicles from Delhi-Badarpur border and Okhla Barrage to Bulandshahr, Hapur, and Moradabad via Noida will use this route.
  • DND Flyover Diversion: Vehicles from Delhi via DND flyover heading to the same destinations will also use the Eastern Peripheral Expressway.
  • Chilla Red Light Redirection: Traffic going to Ghaziabad, Hapur, and Moradabad through Chilla Red Light and MP-01 route will be diverted to the Eastern Peripheral Expressway.

Public Assistance During the Noida Holiday Extension

Residents can access these helplines during the extended holiday period:

  • Emergency Helpline: 9971009001
  • WhatsApp Helpline: 7065100100
  • Twitter Handle: @noidatraffic

Implications of the Extended Closure in Noida

The Noida holiday extension serves multiple purposes:

  • Manages the influx of Kanwar Yatra pilgrims
  • Reduces disruptions to daily life in Noida
  • Maintains public safety during the religious event

Traffic Management for Kanwariyas

To support the Kanwar Yatra during the Noida holiday extension, traffic police have implemented specific redirections:

  • Vehicles from Delhi-Badarpur border and Okhla Barrage to Bulandshahr, Hapur, and Moradabad via Noida will be diverted.
  • Traffic from Delhi via DND flyover to these destinations will follow the same route.
  • Vehicles heading to Ghaziabad, Hapur, and Moradabad through Chilla Red Light and MP-01 route will use the Eastern Peripheral Expressway.

Impact of the Noida Holiday Extension

The Noida holiday extension underscores the district administration’s commitment to balancing religious observances with public safety and convenience. By implementing these measures, Noida aims to support the Kanwar Yatra while minimizing disruptions to daily life.

For the latest updates on the Noida holiday extension and related traffic measures, residents are encouraged to follow the official Noida Traffic Police Twitter handle and utilize the provided helpline numbers.

 

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