Pune: Traffic Diversions Announced for Bakri Eid Prayers on June 7
Pune, June 6, 2025: In view of Bakri Eid celebrations on June 7, 2025, Pune Traffic Police has issued a special traffic advisory to ensure smooth movement and public safety near the Eidgah Maidan, Golibar Maidan Chowk. A large number of devotees are expected to gather at mosques and Eidgahs across the city for early morning prayers.
According to a press release issued by Dr. Sandeep Bhajibhakare, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic), the following traffic restrictions and diversions will be in effect from 6:00 AM until the completion of prayers (around 11:30 AM).
❌ Roads Closed for Vehicles:
- Mamadewi Chowk to Golibar Maidan Chowk to Dhole Patil (Seven Loves) Chowk
- CDA Chowk to Golibar Maidan Chowk
- Bhairobanala to Golibar Chowk
- Mamadewi Chowk via Bishop School route
- Seven Loves Chowk to Golibar Maidan
- Solapur Bazaar Chowk to Golibar Chowk
Heavy vehicles, ST buses, PMPML buses, and goods carriers heading toward Golibar Maidan from Lullanagar Chowk will also be restricted during this time.
✅ Alternate Routes:
- Heavy vehicles towards Swargate (only for Market Yard) to use Prince of Wales Road via Lullanagar.
- Light vehicles heading to Pune Station can use Empress Garden Road.
- Vehicles from Lullanagar will be diverted via CDO Chowk or Khataw Bungalow Chowk to Mamadewi Chowk via Bishop School Road.
- Vehicles from Khane Maruti Chowk may proceed via Pul Gate Depot or Solapur Bazaar Chowk, using Napier Road or Mamadewi Chowk routes as required.
A temporary right turn will be permitted at Khataw Bungalow Chowk to facilitate smoother traffic movement.
The police have also mentioned that other Eidgahs across Pune may see area-specific traffic diversions depending on the crowd. Citizens are requested to cooperate with the police and follow signage to avoid inconvenience.
