In a major update for daily commuters, the Surat Police Commissioner has extended traffic restrictions and parking prohibitions in several parts of the city due to the ongoing Surat Metro Rail Project. The revised notification will remain in effect until November 30, 2026, ensuring smooth traffic management around major metro construction sites.
The order, issued by Surat Police Commissioner Anupam Singh Gehlot, extends an earlier notification that was set to expire on May 31, 2026. The restrictions cover roads surrounding the Surat Railway (Lambe Hanuman) Metro Station, Maskati Hospital Metro Station, and Chowk Bazaar Metro Station, where construction activities are currently underway.
Key Roads Closed Due to Metro Construction
To facilitate uninterrupted construction work and ensure public safety, several important roads in Surat will remain partially or completely closed for vehicular movement.
Lambe Hanuman Metro Station Area
The road stretch from Jay Vijay Restaurant to Lambe Hanuman Police Chowki on Lambe Hanuman Road will remain completely closed for all categories of vehicles. The closure affects commuters travelling between Varachha, Railway Station, Delhi Gate, Ring Road and surrounding areas.
Maskati Hospital Metro Station Area
Heavy vehicles larger than four-wheelers will not be allowed to enter the section between Maskati Hospital and Mahidharpura Head Post Office on Rajmarg. Authorities have imposed the restriction to maintain traffic flow and ensure safety near the ongoing metro station construction site.
Chowk Bazaar Metro Station Area
The road between the Crime Branch Office and SBI Bank near Gandhibaug Circle will remain closed for all vehicular traffic. Additionally, vehicles that previously used Kamal Gali to reach Gandhibaug Circle from Rajmarg will no longer be permitted to access the route.
Alternate Routes Announced for Commuters
To minimize inconvenience for residents and daily travelers, Surat Police has designated several alternative routes.
Alternative Route for Lambe Hanuman Traffic
Commuters heading toward Delhi Gate and Ring Road from Lambe Hanuman can use:
- Varachha Main Road
- Ayurvedic College Circle
- Station Road (One-Way)
- Lal Darwaja Road
Vehicles travelling toward Katargam may use Varachha Main Road and Lal Darwaja Road. Motorists moving between Delhi Gate, Railway Station and Varachha are advised to use the Railway Station One-Way Road and Lal Darwaja Road.
Special Provision for Residents
A dedicated four-meter-wide access road has been provided for GSRTC Bus Depot users and residents of Kharwa Chawl.
Traffic Restrictions Around Maskati Hospital Metro Station
Routes Toward Mahidharpura and Chowk Bazaar
Vehicles travelling from Moti Talkies toward Mahidharpura must use Darukhana Road.
Commuters heading from Rajmarg to Bhagal and Chowk Bazaar may use:
- Darukhana Road
- Mahidharpura Main Road
- The Kanta Road
- Kanskiwad Road
Alternatively, motorists can use:
- Begumpura Road
- Zampa Bazaar
- Bandari Road (One-Way)
One-Way Access for Two-Wheelers
A three-meter-wide road from Tower to Moti Talkies will remain open only for:
- Two-wheelers
- Passenger auto-rickshaws
- Loading rickshaws
- Pedestrians
Traffic from the opposite direction will remain completely prohibited.
Special Traffic Plan for Chowk Bazaar Metro Station
Authorities have also introduced a dedicated traffic management plan around the Chowk Bazaar Metro Station construction zone.
Access to Nehru Bridge
Small vehicles travelling from Rajmarg to Nehru Bridge will be allowed through Chowk Bazaar Crossroads.
Motorists travelling between Rajmarg and Gandhibaug or Vivekanand Circle may use:
- Ansuyan Road (One-Way)
- Chara Gali (One-Way)
For return journeys, commuters can use:
- Rang Upvan Road
- Kamal Gali (One-Way)
Routes for Muglisara and SMC Main Office
Small vehicles heading toward Muglisara and Surat Municipal Corporation Main Office should use Nanavat Road. Larger vehicles, including four-wheelers and commercial vehicles, must use Chandrashekhar Azad Bridge, commonly known as Jilani Bridge.
No-Parking Zones Declared Near Metro Construction Sites
The Surat Police has declared all restricted construction zones as No-Parking Areas.
Authorities have warned that vehicles parked in prohibited zones may face penalties and towing action. The restrictions are aimed at preventing congestion and ensuring the smooth movement of traffic around active metro construction sites.
Emergency Services Exempted
The notification does not apply to emergency vehicles including:
- Ambulances
- Fire Brigade Vehicles
- Police Vehicles
These services will continue to have unrestricted access in the affected areas.
Surat Metro Project Continues to Transform Urban Mobility
The Surat Metro Rail Project is one of Gujarat’s largest urban transportation initiatives and is expected to significantly improve public transport connectivity across the city. However, large-scale construction activities have necessitated temporary traffic diversions and road closures in some of Surat’s busiest commercial and residential zones.
City officials have urged residents and commuters to follow designated alternate routes and cooperate with traffic authorities to avoid congestion and ensure public safety. With the restrictions now extended until November 30, 2026, commuters are advised to plan their journeys accordingly and stay updated with official traffic advisories issued by Surat Police.
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