Traffic snarls and celebrations as Kanwar Yatra passes through Delhi. See Pics
The Kanwar yatra peaked on Shivratri on Wednesday resulting in traffic snarls. Pilgrims were seen carrying holy ganga water from
The Kanwar yatra peaked on Shivratri on Wednesday resulting in traffic snarls. Pilgrims were seen carrying holy ganga water from Haridwar to their hometown.
Published on Jul 23, 2025 04:38 pm IST 12 Photos
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A large number of kanwariyas moving through Delhi caused massive traffic jams across the city, leaving many commuters stuck for hours. Traffic across Anand Vihar to Apsara Border was restricted till 8 AM on July 23 due to the Kanwar Yatra crossing from the route. (Sanchit Khanna/Hindustan Times)
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Delhi Traffic Police issued a detailed advisory announcing the closure of several key stretches till 8 AM on July 23 due to the pilgrim rush in the last leg of the Kanwar Yatra period.(ANI)
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The rush of kanwariyas started increasing from July 20 and their massive influx began on July 21 after which the traffic police issued three more advisories.(Sanchit Khanna/Hindustan Times)
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Kanwariyas were seen passing by the India Gate carrying holy water from the River Ganga were seen heading towards their hometown.(Arvind Yadav/Hindustan Times)
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