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Commuters braving the rain on Monday.

Commuters braving the rain on Monday.
| Photo Credit: SUSHIL KUMAR VERMA

Delhi Traffic Police on Monday announced restrictions on key roads in north and central Delhi till Wednesday morning for the safe passage of pilgrims passing throug the city during the final leg of the Kanwar Yatra.

It said vehicular movement will be completely closed in some stretches between Keshav Chowk and Yudhishthir Setu near ISBT Kashmere Gate, and between Seemapuri and Apsara Border. Other routes that will be closed include the GT Road to Vivek Vihar underpass, and the stretches from Swami Dayanand Marg to Keshav Chowk and Pusta Road to Shastri Park.

Meanwhile, commuters were urged to plan their journeys and avoid these restricted zones to prevent congestion and ensure a smooth flow of traffic. “Follow traffic diversions and cooperate with authorities during the Kanwar Yatra. Your support ensures the safety of both Kanwariyas and commuters,” the police said.

Fresh spell of rain

The city received more showers on Monday, causing waterlogging and traffic snarls in several areas such as Azad Market.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the Ridge received the highest rainfall at 29.6 mm, while Pragati Maidan and Pusa recorded 1.7 mm and 1 mm rainfall respectively.

The IMD has issued a yellow alert in isolated parts of Delhi for Monday.

Earlier in the day, the city recorded a minimum temperature of 27.2 degrees Celsius at the Safdarjung base station, while the maximum settled at 33.6 degrees Celsius.

The IMD has forecast cloudy skies with light rain on Tuesday, and the maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to hover around 32 and 25 degrees Celsius respectively.