The end of the year not only brings with it some of the biggest Desi festivals homes but also the beginning of the wedding season. The end of November and December, each year, become dazzling months that bring with them a host of celebrations with thousands of weddings officiated across the country every day.
And with the celebrations come the inevitable processions (Barats) that end up blocking traffic on the streets of India.
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- Why Delhiites might be in trouble?
- How many weddings are estimated for this year’s spell?
- Which places are likely to be most affected?
- How are authorities preparing for the wedding boom?
Why Delhiites might be in trouble?
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Delhi residents could face a traffic nightmare in the next three weeks, starting November 23. On Thursday alone, more than 15,000 ceremonies are scheduled, indicating potential congestion problems.
How many weddings are estimated for this year’s spell?
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According to the Confederation of Indian Traders’ estimate, approximately 38 lakh weddings are expected to take place across the country. This substantial number is expected to generate an influx of around 4.7 lakh crore through wedding-related purchases and purchase of various services by people organizing marriage ceremonies at their homes.
In Delhi alone, CAIT National President BC Bhartia and General Secretary Praveen Khandelwal mentioned that four lakh weddings scheduled during this season are expected to generate business worth about Rs 1.2 lakh crore.
Which places are likely to be most affected?
Traffic officials have warned that areas around Vikas Marg, NH-8, Mayapuri, Dwarka, Dhaula Kuan, Karkardooma, Chattarpur, Sardar Patel Marg, Anand Vihar, Punjabi Bagh, Subhash Nagar, Tilak Nagar and GT Karnal Road will experience significant disruption during this period.
How are authorities preparing for the wedding boom?
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Traffic authorities have stated that they are implementing essential provisions, particularly between 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., when the highest number of traffic is recorded. cheap along the streets.
They have held meetings with owners of banquet halls, farmhouses and hotel officials. Strict action will be taken against anyone violating the regulations, including bursting crackers. Multiple meetings were held with wedding venue owners to ensure a more effective and organized plan of action.
A traffic officer addressed the situation, according to TOI, and said: “The season starts on Thursday and several weddings will take place. In some places like Mayapuri, Chattarpur, Punjabi Bagh and GT Karnal Road, the venues are next to each other. Therefore, it is important to ensure that the baraat procession and other ceremonies do not take up space on the road.”
In addition to staffed traffic kiosks, tow trucks will also remain available to keep roads clear of parking jams.
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Source: vtt.edu.vn