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Central Mumbai braces for procession-led snarls today, Saturday, August 29, 2026. Traffic diversions ring Lalbaug, Parel, Byculla, Chinchpokli and Dadar through evening. Parking bans apply on arrival routes, and one lane stays clear for emergencies. Motorists should prefer R.A. Kidwai Marg and Dr E Moses Road where diversions are indicated.
Chinchpokli Cha Chintamani begins rolling from Parel Central Railway Workshop at noon. The procession heads through Lalbaug and Chinchpokli, drawing heavy footfalls and slowdowns. Authorities expect 800 to 1,000 personnel, plus RAF and CRPF teams, on duty. Diversions push Eastern Freeway and Sewri traffic to R.A. Kidwai Marg. Dr E Moses Road flows are steered towards Byculla or Sewri to ease choke points.
Mumbai traffic diversions today: routes to avoid and best detours
Driving north–south, exit the Eastern Freeway at Sewri and continue on R.A. Kidwai Marg. This skirts the Lalbaug–Parel choke and rejoins arterial corridors faster. If approaching via Worli–Prabhadevi, peel off along Dr E Moses Road early. From Byculla, re-enter the south corridor using the JJ flyover approaches.
| Impact point | Safer detour |
|---|---|
| Lalbaug Market, Chinchpokli Naka | Divert via Byculla or R.A. Kidwai Marg |
| Eastern Freeway, Sewri approaches | Exit to R.A. Kidwai Marg; bypass Lalbaug core |
| Via Dr E Moses Road | Follow diversion signs towards Byculla or Sewri |
Ganpati Aagman processions: last‑mile from CR/WR stations
Skip road closures by switching to Mumbai locals for the last mile. Use Parel, Currey Road or Chinchpokli on Central Railway, and Prabhadevi on Western Railway. The Parel–Prabhadevi foot overbridge offers a reliable interchange during crowds. Choose east-side exits for Lalbaug access and follow channelised police queues.
Ganpati Aagman processions: BEST bus diversions, parking and helplines
Expect BEST to mirror these diversions and skip stops near Lalbaug Market and Chinchpokli Naka. Overnight special buses run August 27 to September 6, between 11 pm and 6 am. Avoid parking anywhere along notified routes; tow action is active. For assistance or updates, message the Mumbai Traffic Police WhatsApp Helpline at 8454999999.