Tue Jan 21 14:17:32 IST 2025: ## Delhi Traffic Gridlock Caused by Republic Day Rehearsals
**New Delhi, January 21, 2025** – Republic Day parade rehearsals in New Delhi caused major traffic congestion across the city on Tuesday, stranding commuters and leading to widespread frustration. Central Delhi bore the brunt of the delays, with social media users reporting significant gridlock near Kartavya Path. One X user complained about the lack of effective traffic management, stating, “Is it too much to ask @dtptraffic to manage traffic? The entire central Delhi is choked.”
The delays extended beyond central Delhi, with reports of heavy congestion in south Delhi, including a two-hour standstill on MB Road. Commuters seeking refuge in the Delhi Metro also faced challenges, encountering lengthy queues at stations due to heightened security checks. Videos posted on X showed overcrowded metro stations during peak hours, prompting complaints about the added inconvenience.
Despite a prior traffic advisory issued by the Delhi Police outlining special arrangements for the four-day rehearsal period, the scale of the disruption clearly impacted many commuters. The situation underscores the significant logistical challenges posed by major events in densely populated urban areas.
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