Mumbai traffic police introduce odd-even parking rule in Dahisar for 3 months| Details

The order comes after authorities observed frequent congestion on the stretch due to heavy vehicle movement and roadside parking.

Published on: Mar 10, 2026, 20:58:05 IST

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Mumbai traffic police announced a temporary parking regulation on a road in Dahisar in the city's western suburbs on Tuesday. The order comes after authorities observed frequent congestion on the stretch due to heavy vehicle movement and roadside parking.

The order comes after authorities observed frequent congestion on the stretch due to heavy vehicle movement and roadside parking. (HT Photo/Satish Bate) Representational image

The notification was issued by the Office of the Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic – Western Suburbs), with officials noting that the north–south road connecting Swagat Co-operative Housing Society and the main entrance of the Food Corporation of India in Dahisar is relatively narrow and surrounded by residential buildings. Vehicles currently move in both directions along this road.

Authorities said that parking by two-wheelers and four-wheelers on both sides of the road further worsens congestion, creating the possibility of accidents. To address this issue and maintain smoother and safer traffic movement, the police have decided to implement an alternate (odd–even) parking system on the stretch.

How the parking rule will work under the temporary regulation:

On even dates: Vehicles will be allowed to park on the eastern side of the road, while parking on the western side will be prohibited.
On odd dates: Vehicles will be allowed to park on the western side, and parking on the eastern side will not be permitted.

The order was issued by Ajit Borhade, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic – Western Suburbs), Mumbai, using powers granted under Section 115 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 along with Rule 50 of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989.

According to the notification issued on March 10, the new parking arrangement will remain in effect for three months from the date of issuance.

The measure is intended to ensure smoother traffic movement along the busy Dahisar stretch while reducing congestion caused by roadside parking.

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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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