IPL 2025: Lucknow all set for RCB vs SRH at Ekana today; know traffic guidelines

Ahead of the high-voltage IPL clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at Lucknow’s Ekana Stadium today, the city police have issued a detailed traffic advisory to ease congestion. The restrictions will be in place from 3 PM to midnight. Commercial vehicles, including buses and trucks, will be diverted from key routes. Autos and e-rickshaws are completely banned on Shaheed Path for the day.

For Roadways Buses, Private Buses & Commercial Vehicles:

• Vehicles from Sultanpur Road will be diverted from Amalut Tiraha.

• Vehicles from Arjunganj Cantonment will be diverted from Katai Bridge.

• Strict compliance required on Shaheed Path diversions.

For City Buses:

• Limited city buses will operate between Husadiya and Sushant Golf City on Shaheed Path (right side only).

For Auto/E-Rickshaws:

• Banned on Shaheed Path & service roads on match day.

• From Arjunganj: Turn left at Ahimamau, drop passengers behind PHQ/UP-112/PGI, then proceed to Gomti Nagar.

• From Sultanpur Road: Turn left, go towards Lulu Mall for drop-off.

• NO pick-up/drop within 500m of Ahimamau.

For Ola, Uber & Hired Vehicles:

• No pick-up/drop on Shaheed Path between Husadiya & Sushant Golf City.

• NO pick-up/drop within 500m of Ahimamau.

• From Airport: Drop passengers before Ahimamau.

• From Arjunganj: Turn left at Ahimamau, drop behind PHQ/UP-112, then proceed via G-20 intersection to Gomtinagar.

General Guidelines:

• Avoid Shaheed Path if possible; use alternative routes

• Normal traffic resumes post-match

• Plan ahead to avoid delays