Delhi traffic alert: Metro work to affect traffic flow on Mehrauli-Badarpur Road for 1 month

“The traffic restrictions will remain in place for approximately one month, from August 15 to September 14, 2026. Commuters are likely to face heavier traffic, particularly during the morning and evening peak hours,” the advisory said.

It further advised commuters to plan their journeys in advance and allow extra travel time to avoid delays. It urged them to follow temporary traffic signs, barricades and instructions from traffic police personnel.

Mehrauli-Badarpur Road stretch to avoid

Commuters are advised to avoid the MB Road stretch between Khanpur T-Point and Saket Metro Station and take alternative routes to avoid traffic congestion, delays and inconvenience.

Suggested alternative routes

For commuters coming from Lado Sarai, the suggested route is via Lado Sarai T-Point, Anuvrat Marg, T.B. Hospital, PTS Red Light, Press Enclave Road, Sheikh Sarai Red Light on BRT Road, Khanpur Light and then MB Road.

Those travelling from Khanpur can take the route via Khanpur T-Point, BRT Corridor, Sheikh Sarai T-Point, Press Enclave Road, PTS T-Point, Aurobindo Marg, Anuvrat Marg and Lado Sarai T-Point.

Commuters coming from the Pramod Mahajan side can use Press Enclave Road, Sheikh Sarai Red Light on BRT Road and Khanpur Light before joining MB Road.

For those travelling from the Mandir Marg side, the suggested route is via Press Enclave Road, Sheikh Sarai Red Light on BRT Road and Khanpur Light before joining MB Road.

The Delhi Traffic Police also advised commercial and heavy vehicles to avoid the affected stretches and use designated alternative routes. Commuters are encouraged to use alternative routes and public transport wherever possible.

“Commuters are advised to use alternate routes and public transport wherever feasible. Delhi Traffic Police requests the public to cooperate and follow the diversion plan for smooth and safe movement of traffic during the construction work,” it said.