Traffic Restrictions Announced in Bhatkal Market Area Ahead of Ramadan Rush
Police introduce temporary traffic changes to manage crowds and ensure smooth movement during Ramadan.
The Karnataka Police has announced temporary traffic restrictions in parts of Bhatkal to manage the heavy crowd expected in the market area during the Ramadan season.
In a joint statement, Girish and Divakar P. M. said the changes are aimed at controlling congestion and ensuring smooth traffic flow in the busy commercial areas of the town.
According to the notification, vehicles will be allowed to move freely from the Old Bus Stand through Nagaban, Kali Hanuman Temple Road, and V.V. Road.
However, vehicle movement will be completely restricted on the road leading from Musta Cross on Sultan Street towards the Ramadan Market area.
Additionally, the road from Marikatta to Hoovina Chowk has been declared a one-way route. Vehicles coming from Marikatta towards Nagaban will not be permitted on this stretch.
Parking has also been strictly prohibited on both sides of the road from the Old Bus Stand to the Nagaban road.
To accommodate visitors, special parking arrangements have been made at the Anjuman High School ground behind the municipal office and at the Auto Rickshaw Drivers and Owners Association’s Ganeshotsava ground. These parking facilities will be available daily from 4:00 pm to 3:00 am.
Residents living between Nagaban and Marikatta will be issued special vehicle passes. Those holding passes will be allowed to use two-wheelers only until 8:00 pm, while the movement of four-wheelers and heavy vehicles will remain restricted on this route.
The police have also instructed that vehicles delivering goods to shops in the market area must complete their work between 6:00 am and 10:00 am.
Only one two-wheeler pass per shop will be issued for shopkeepers.
The police department has requested the public to follow these temporary rules and cooperate to ensure smooth traffic movement during the busy Ramadan shopping period.
