Delhi is bracing for what promises to be a weekend of music, chaos, and lights. American rap superstar Travis Scott is set to perform at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on October 18 and 19 as part of his “Circus Maximus World Tour,” drawing an estimated 50,000 to 60,000 fans each day. The sheer scale of the event has prompted the Delhi Traffic Police to issue a detailed advisory, urging commuters to plan ahead and steer clear of key roads near the stadium.
The excitement around the concert coincides with the city’s Diwali rush, making the streets even busier than usual. With cars, buses, and festival shoppers converging across Delhi, authorities are pulling out all stops to manage traffic flow and keep congestion under control.
To ensure smooth access for concertgoers, the Delhi Traffic Police has designated specific entry gates at the stadium. Spectators can enter only through gates 2, 6, 8, 13, 14, and 21, while gates 1 and 10 are reserved strictly for emergencies. For parking, Sewa Nagar and Sunheri Pulla bus depots have been marked as official locations; roadside parking around the stadium is strictly prohibited.
Traffic diversions will be in effect from 4 pm to 10 pm, covering key points like the JLN signal, Sewa Nagar Bus Depot signal, 5th Avenue Road at Dhobi Ghat, Pragati Vihar signal, Lala Lajpat Rai Marg T-Point, Barapullah Cut near Gate No. 5, and the Jangpura Metro Station Suchna Bhawan T-Point. Heavy vehicles are barred from the stretch between JLN Stadium signal and B.P. Marg between 4 pm and 11 pm on both concert days. Residents and commuters are being urged to avoid BP Marg, Lodhi Road, and surrounding areas during the event and to rely on public transport wherever possible.
Managing traffic during a massive live event is one thing; combining it with Diwali’s annual surge in vehicles is another challenge altogether. To tackle this, the Delhi Police has cancelled all leaves for traffic personnel until Chhath Puja, except for emergencies, ensuring maximum deployment across the city. Motorcycle squads have been mobilised to manage intersections, while detailed traffic plans cover major market areas such as Lajpat Nagar, Sarojini Nagar, and Connaught Place, where vehicle density typically spikes during the festival season.
The preparations go beyond just the roads. Security arrangements for the concert involve over 3,400 personnel, including around 1,600 private security staff and between 1,200 to 1,800 officers from the Delhi Police. Coordinated road closures, parking facilities, and crowd management strategies aim to provide a seamless experience for fans while keeping traffic flowing for residents.
While the city readies itself for the roar of rap and the sparkle of Diwali lights, commuters are advised to plan their journeys carefully, allow extra travel time, and stay updated via traffic alerts on social media. With meticulous planning in place, Delhi hopes to pull off a weekend that balances festival fervour, music mania, and city mobility.
(With inputs from various sources.)
1. When is the concert?
October 18–19 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, starting 5 pm each day.
2. Which gates can fans use?
Gates 2, 6, 8, 13, 14, and 21. Gates 1 and 10 are for emergencies.
3. Where is parking allowed?
Sewa Nagar and Sunheri Pulla Bus Depots. No roadside parking.
4. Which roads have restrictions?
Diversions from 4–10 pm at JLN signal, Sewa Nagar signal, 5th Avenue Dhobi Ghat, Pragati Vihar, Lala Lajpat Rai Marg T-Point, Barapullah Cut, and Jangpura Metro. Heavy vehicles banned JLN–BP Marg 4–11 pm.
5. How to avoid traffic?
Avoid BP Marg, Lodhi Road, and surrounding areas. Use public transport and follow traffic instructions.
