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Security checks slow down traffic at Delhi-Noida border
Vehicles took up to half an hour to cross the border from Noida towards Delhi as officials checked every vehicle in an effort to control any untoward incident during the Bharat Bandh call given by some youth groups for Monday
Heavy surveillance at the Delhi-Noida border led to slow traffic movement between both cities through Monday morning.
Vehicles took upto half an hour to cross the border from Noida towards Delhi as officials checked every vehicle in an effort to control any violent incident during the Bharat Bandh call given by some groups for Monday.
“Almost every vehicle is being checked by the Delhi police, especially those with only boys, to suspicious vehicles and people out of the city. Barricades have been put up and traffic is slow, especially at the DND flyway, Kalindi Kunj and Chilla border towards Mayur Vihar,” said Ganesh Prasad Saha, deputy commissioner of police (traffic), Gautam Buddh Nagar.
He added that while Noida has also increased surveillance, traffic coming from Delhi to Noida is smooth so far. However, several commuters going from Noida to Delhi faced problems.
“Why should people even be surprised about heavy traffic between Noida and Delhi? It is routine and this border is never clear. Especially when there is a protest, it is best to not step out,” said Saumya Bharti, a regular commuter.
Other commuters complained about facing problems at work because of heavy traffic. “Some outfit or the other always wants to protest in Delhi, but the price is paid by common people like us. I got delayed for office today and many others like me also faced problems. The law enforcement agencies need to find a permanent solution for these situations,” said Manish Kumar, a resident of Greater Noida West.
Traffic officials said that efforts are being made to clear the traffic as soon as possible without compromising on security. Officials said that the traffic situation is expected to normalise in an hour by noon.
“In case of any emergency, people are also calling the traffic control room and we are making necessary arrangements. There is all provision for safe passage of ambulances and other emergency vehicles if needed,” said Saha.
Defence aspirants across several states have been protesting against the Agnipath scheme launched by the Centre. The Bharat Bandh call was given in protest on Sunday after the three military chiefs said that the scheme will not be withdrawn.
