Bengaluru traffic: Restrictions imposed in view of ‘Last Kartika Monday’ festival. Check alternative routes

Bengaluru traffic: An estimated 80,000 to 90,000 devotees are expected to visit the temple during the day.

Published on: Nov 16, 2025, 16:31:17 IST

By Shivya Kanojia

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A traffic advisory has been issued ahead of the “Last Kartika Monday” festival on November 17 at the Begur Nagalingeshwara Temple. An estimated 80,000 to 90,000 devotees are expected to visit the temple during the day. The evening Laksha Deepotsava, or festival of one lakh lamps, is also likely to attract a large crowd.

Bengaluru traffic: To manage the heavy traffic on Begur roads, several road restrictions will be in place. (Representational image\ Google Gemini-AI)

To manage the heavy traffic on Begur roads, several road restrictions will be in place. The affected stretches include:

Begur Road: From PK Kalyana Mantapa Junction to Ekana Hospital Junction

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Manipal County Road: From Falcon Market Junction to Begur Nagalingeshwara Temple

DLF Road: From DLF Junction to Begur Lake Junction

Begur Road: From Ekana Hospital Junction towards the temple

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Authorities have suggested alternative routes for smoother traffic movement:

From Bommanahalli-Hongasandra towards Begur Koppa Road: Vehicles can turn right at PK Kalyana Mantapa Junction, proceed via Devarachikkanahalli Road, turn left at DEO Heights, continue through Nyanappanahalli Road to DLF Junction, and take Elenahalli Main Road to reach Begur-Koppa Road. Those heading to Manipal County Road can use Vishwapriya Layout main road via Chikka Begur.

From Hosur Main Road & Manipal County Road: Vehicles are advised to take a left near Falcon Market, pass through AECS C-Block and Mylasandra, to reach Begur Koppa Road and Bannerghatta Main Road.

From Begur Koppa Road towards Begur: Drivers can take a left at Ekana Hospital Junction, proceed via DLF Road through Nyanappanahalli, to reach Devarachikkanahalli, Bommanahalli, and Hongasandra.

Towards Begur Circle via DLF: Vehicles should turn left at DLF Junction, continue through Nyanappanahalli Road via DEO Heights Layout, and reach

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Shivya Kanojia
Shivya Kanojia is a journalist at Hindustan Times, where she works in the fast-paced digital news ecosystem with a strong sense of editorial judgement and a clear understanding of what makes a story both important and traffic-driven. An alumna of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), Shivya brings a thoughtful balance of news value and audience relevance to her work, ensuring stories resonate beyond the immediate headline. Over the course of her three-year journey in the digital news space, Shivya has worked across a wide range of beats, including politics, civic issues, human-interest features and trending news. This diverse exposure has shaped her ability to approach stories with nuance, adaptability and context, whether she is breaking down complex developments or spotlighting everyday narratives that often go unnoticed. She is particularly drawn to human-interest stories, interviews and explainers that offer depth and clarity, aiming to move past surface-level reporting to explore the people, emotions and circumstances behind the news. Prior to joining Hindustan Times, Shivya worked with Firstpost and Times Now, where she covered a broad spectrum of topics and honed her skills in digital journalism . Outside the newsroom, Shivya enjoys discovering new cafés, drawn to good coffee, cosy spaces and unhurried conversations. Shopping is another pastime she cherishes, not always out of necessity, but often guided by instinct and the simple joy of stumbling upon unexpected finds. Above all, she treasures time spent with loved ones, finding meaning in shared laughter, simple moments and memories that linger long after.Read More

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