Several key routes in Lucknow will experience traffic diversions today, from 2:30 pm to 7:00 pm, as Bhutan's King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck visits the city for an official event. The monarch will attend functions at Hotel Taj and Raj Bhavan, prompting authorities to implement special traffic arrangements.

According to DCP Traffic, Lucknow, commuters are advised to avoid routes leading to the designated venues to ensure smooth traffic flow. However, in case of medical emergencies, ambulances, school vehicles, and other essential services will be allowed to pass through restricted areas if no alternative route is available.

Significant traffic diversions will be implemented from 2:30 pm onwards in Lucknow. The following areas will experience disruptions:

• Gomti Nagar’s Lohia Path, including Samtamulak Crossing, Taj Underpass, and the Shaheed Path connecting route from Vibhuti Khand.

• Polytechnic Crossing and the Raj Bhavan stretch in Hazratganj will also be affected.

Commuters are advised to take the following alternative routes:

• Ambedkar Udyan crossing and 1090 crossing to avoid moving towards Lohia Path.

• The Nishatganj-IT Chauraha route to reach Hazratganj.

• Vehicles around the Hazratganj area can go via the Royal Hotel crossing-Burlington intersection route.

• Drivers unable to use Shaheed Path from Kanpur Road should opt for the Awadh Chauraha route.

Those requiring access can contact Traffic Control at 9454405155 for assistance.