(MENAFN- Live Mint) Amid high alert and heightened security, the Delhi Traffic Police on Thursday released a detailed traffic advisory for Friday, citing administrative requirements. This comes after Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in India for a two-day visit on Thursday evening.

Commuters have been advised to avoid several key routes between 9:00 AM and 12:00 noon. Traffic will be regulated across carriageways and service lanes in high-density areas, as per the advisory shared on the Delhi Traffic Police X handle.

Affected areas include:

W Point

A Point

ITO Chowk

BSZ Marg

Delhi Gate

JLN Marg

Rajghat Crossing

Shanti Van Crossing

Hanuman Setu – Y Point

Netaji Subhash Marg

Nishad Raj Marg

Saleem Garh Flyover By-Pass

MGM-Pragati Maidan Tunnel to Hanuman Setu

Kashmere Gate

Vikas Marg

IP Marg

Drivers have been advised to avoid these routes between 9 AM and 12 PM and take alternate roads to prevent congestion. The advisory also highlights strict parking rules.

Parking will only be permitted in designated areas.

Parking is prohibited on the following stretches:

Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg

JLN Marg

Ring Road (Hanuman Setu to Shanti Van to Rajghat, I.P. Flyover to Pragati Maidan Tunnel, and Nishad Raj Marg to IP Marg)

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The traffic police warned that vehicles violating these rules will be towed and the owners prosecuted. Commuters are encouraged to follow official Delhi Traffic Police channels for real-time updates and further instructions.

Putin's India visit

Meanwhile, this is Russian President Vladimir Putin's first visit to India since 2021. He is scheduled to hold the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi on 5 December. In a rare diplomatic move emphasising the close India-Russia relationship, PM Modi personally received President Putin at Delhi Airport on Thursday, deviating from usual protocol.

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On arrival, Putin was accorded a ceremonial welcome, reflecting the strong bilateral ties. The visit also signals Russia's intent to maintain global influence despite growing Western isolation.

The trip highlights India's strategic balancing in global affairs, as it deepens relations with Russia while managing its ties with Western nations. Discussions are expected to focus on the Ukraine conflict, the situation in Afghanistan, and further strengthening the India-Russia Strategic Partnership.

(With inputs from ANI)

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