Navi Mumbai Police Heightens Restrictions on Heavy Vehicles for Martin Garrix’s Holi Event

Navi Mumbai: The Navi Mumbai police have imposed strict restrictions on heavy vehicles ahead of Martin Garrix’s Holi event. The restrictions will be effective on March 14, from 2 PM to 12 AM.

The concert, being organized at DY Patil Stadium, is claimed to be the “World’s Biggest Holi Event” and is expected to be attended by thousands.

To ensure the smooth flow of traffic, the Navi Mumbai Traffic Department has prohibited the movement, entry, and parking of heavy goods transport vehicles across all city routes within the Navi Mumbai Police Commissionerate during the specified time.

The decision comes after a request by the Senior Police Inspector of the Turbhe Traffic Division to avoid traffic congestion and ensure smooth movement of the performing artists, VIPs, and special attendees.

The order, issued by Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic) Tirupati Kakade, is in accordance with the Motor Vehicles Act, Sections 115, 116(1)(a)(b), and 117, as per a Maharashtra Government Home Department notification dated September 27, 1996.

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The restrictions apply to the entry of all heavy vehicles except those providing emergency services, such as government vehicles, ambulances, fire departments, police cars, or vehicles transporting essential goods. Additionally, vehicles with official passes for the event will not be restricted.

Residents and commuters are advised to plan their routes accordingly and avoid main roads leading to the venue. Traffic diversions and alternative routes will be implemented by the traffic police to ensure a hassle-free experience for both attendees and commuters.