New Delhi: In wake of Republic Day 2026 Rehearsals Delhi Traffic Police have issued an advisory for commuters to stay alert and plan their travel accordingly. Due to rehearsals for the Beating Retreat ceremony at Vijay Chowk traffic movement will be confined to several parts of New Delhi.
As per officials, Vijay Chowk will remain closed for general traffic from 4 pm to 6.30 pm. Likewise restrictions will also be in place on Raisina Road from the roundabout near Krishi Bhawan heading towards Vijay Chowk.
The advisory stated that during rehearsal timings vehicles will not be allowed to move beyond the roundabouts at Dara Shikoh Road, Krishna Menon Marg and Sunehri Masjid in the direction of Vijay Chowk. The path between Vijay Chowk and Rafi Marg leading towards the Kartavya Path crossing will also remain closed.
Officials have requested motorists to use other alternate routes that include Aurobindo Marg, Ring Road, Madarsa T-Point, Ridge Road, Safdarjung Road towards Kamal Ataturk Marg, Rani Jhansi Road and Minto Road. Commuters travelling during peak evening hours have been advised to plan their journey accordingly so as to not cause any disruptions while travelling.
In light of the Republic Day parade’s full dress rehearsal, the Delhi police have also released a comprehensive traffic advisory for the city’s commuters. The advisory states that during the rehearsal hours on January 23, traffic on Kartavya Path from Vijay Chowk to India Gate will be limited. Additionally, from early Friday morning till the end of the rehearsal, traffic will be restricted on nearby roads, including Raisina Road, Janpath, C-Hexagon, and other regions.
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As part of increased security measures for Republic Day celebrations, the Delhi Police will use AI-enabled smart glasses with an integrated facial recognition system (FRS) and infrared imaging technology for the first time, according to an official. Employees on the ground will be able to quickly identify people in congested locations thanks to these smart glasses, which are made by an Indian business and will be connected in real-time to the police database of criminals, proclaimed offenders, and suspects.
According to Additional Commissioner of Police (New Delhi) Devesh Kumar Mahla, the wearable technology will link to police officers’ cell phones, providing them with access to the system’s complete criminal database. “The police’ cell phones are linked to the glasses, and the entire criminal database is stored on the phones. When someone appears in a green box, it is evident that they are not involved in any criminal activity. A criminal record is indicated if the box turns red. The person will be detained right away if necessary, and the officer can promptly confirm all information,” Additional CP Mahla continued.
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