Mumbai Police have announced extensive safety measures and traffic restrictions in South Mumbai on Saturday, ahead of the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS)-led “Satyacha Morcha” protest.
The rally, scheduled to begin at 1 PM from Fashion Street and proceed toward the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) headquarters, is expected to draw large crowds, prompting road closures and diversions across key areas.
According to police officials, major routes around Azad Maidan, CST, Mahapalika Marg, D N Road, and nearby areas will be either closed or diverted from early afternoon until the march disperses, likely by 4 PM. Commuters have been advised to expect heavy congestion near Churchgate, Bombay Hospital, JJ Bridge, and BMC headquarters, with extended travel times anticipated.
Vehicles travelling from the Eastern and Western suburbs to South Mumbai are being urged to take alternate routes, as roads leading to Azad Maidan and BMC may be completely shut or heavily controlled. Mumbai Police have also confirmed increased deployment of personnel and barricades along the protest route to maintain order and ensure public safety.
Emergency vehicles will be allowed passage, but other traffic will be rerouted away from the protest zone. Organisers have assured authorities that the morcha will conclude before peak evening office hours to minimise disruption. Additionally, police have banned large public gatherings elsewhere in the city during the protest to prevent overlap or escalation.
Citizens have been urged to avoid travel in and around CST, Azad Maidan, and BMC headquarters between 12 PM and 5 PM. Those commuting via Dadar, Byculla, or Mumbai Central may experience indirect delays and are advised to check live traffic updates from the Mumbai Traffic Police.
Residents and businesses in the affected zones have been asked to plan ahead for congestion, longer commutes, and possible restricted access. Authorities have encouraged the public to use public transport and stay updated through official advisories throughout the day.
MVA, MNS to march in Mumbai over ‘96 lakh fake voters’ claim despite police denial
The Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) and the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) are set to go ahead with their planned rally in Mumbai today, despite not receiving police permission.
The joint demonstration aims to protest against alleged electoral roll manipulation during the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly elections, with Opposition parties claiming that nearly 96 lakh fake voters were added to the list.
(With Agency inputs)
