Traffic restrictions in Navi Mumbai ahead of VIP visit to JNPT; heavy vehicles barred on major routes on April 9 | Representational Image
Navi Mumbai: In the view of a scheduled visit by a Very Important Person (VIP), the Navi Mumbai Traffic Police has announced strict traffic restrictions for heavy vehicles on April 9, 2025, from 8 am to 1 pm across key routes in the city.
The decision aims to ensure smooth movement and enhanced security during the high-profile visit. From the security point of view, the identity of the VIP has not been revealed by the police. The VIP is scheduled to visit JNPT for an event.
According to a notification issued by Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic), Tirupati Kakade, all types of heavy goods transport vehicles will be prohibited from entering, moving through, or parking on several critical routes during the restricted hours.
The affected routes include the stretch from Panvel to JNPT along National Highway 4B, specifically between Gavan Phata Bridge and JNPT in both directions. Similarly, movement will be restricted on the route from JNPT Uran to CBD Belapur via State Highway 54, from Gavan Phata Bridge to JNPT Uran in both directions. Additionally, the route between Atal Setu and JNPT, in both directions, will also be closed to heavy transport vehicles.
The restriction has been imposed based on a report submitted by the Senior Police Inspector of the Nhava Sheva Traffic Division. The report highlighted the possibility of disruptions and security concerns due to the movement of the VIP in the region.
However, the notification clarifies that vehicles involved in essential services will be exempted from the restriction. This includes vehicles transporting life-saving goods, police vehicles, fire brigade vehicles, ambulances, government vehicles, and other emergency response units.
This traffic control measure has been implemented under the provisions of Sections 115, 116(1)(a)(b), and 117 of the Motor Vehicles Act, supported by the Maharashtra Government’s notification dated September 27, 1996.
The public and transport operators have been urged to cooperate with authorities to avoid inconvenience and ensure public safety during the restricted hours.
