Pune-Pcmc Ban Daytime Goods Transport in Central Areas Ahead of Diwali

Traders allowed to load and unload goods only between 11 pm and 9 am until November 12

Pune : Pune Police have prohibited the daytime transportation of goods by shopkeepers in the city’s central areas ahead of Diwali, considering the heavy crowds expected for festive shopping.

Under the order, shopkeepers will be allowed to load and unload goods only between 11 pm and 9 am until November 12. The restriction aims to manage congestion and ensure the smooth movement of shoppers in busy commercial areas during the festive season.

The order applies to shops located on Laxmi Road, Tulshibaug, Mandai, Bohri Ali, Ganesh Peth, Raviwar Peth, Shukrawar Peth, Tapkir Galli, Kumthekar Road, Kelkar Road and Bajirao Road, as well as other areas in central Pune.

Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Sandeep Bhajibhakare has issued the directive in view of the expected increase in shopping activity and pedestrian traffic during Diwali.

The restrictions are intended to ease congestion in the city’s crowded market areas and facilitate safer and smoother movement for shoppers during the festive period.