Thane Police announce traffic restrictions in Bhiwandi for Bakri Eid 2026, check details here

The Thane Traffic Police have issued a special traffic notification for Bhiwandi city for Bakri Eid 2026 celebrations scheduled for May 28 2026 depending on the moon sightingAccording to the notification issued by traffic department of Thane Police temporary traffic restrictions and diversions will be implemented to ensure smooth vehicular movement and public safety during Bakri Eid prayers and related gatheringsHeavy vehicles to face entry restrictionsPolice said that several heavy and bulky vehicles entering Bhiwandi city from Mumbai Thane and Nashik routes will face temporary entry restrictions on the day of the Bakri Eid festivalThe restrictions were being imposed as large numbers of people are expected to gather at mosques and dedicated prayer spots for Bakri Eid prayersOfficials stated that the measures are aimed at preventing traffic congestion and maintaining law and order in crowded areasAlternative routes announcedThe traffic department has also announced alternative routes for vehicles affected by the restrictionsHeavy vehicles travelling towards Bhiwandi from Mumbai and Thane side will be diverted through alternate roads including Nashik Road and bypass routesThe traffic restrictions will also apply to certain ST TMT and private buses entering busy junctions and market areas in the city during peak hoursRestrictions to remain in force for limited periodAccording to the notification the traffic arrangements will remain effective on 27 May 2026 depending on moon sighting and Bakri Eid celebrationsPolice clarified that emergency vehicles including ambulances fire brigade vehicles and police vehicles will be exempted from the restrictionsCitizens advised to cooperateThe Thane Traffic Police have appealed to citizens and motorists to cooperate with authorities and follow diversion instructions to avoid inconvenienceCommuters have been advised to plan their travel in advance and use alternative routes wherever possible during the restriction periodMumbai Police set up helpline numbersMeanwhile Mumbai Police has issued a public advisory ahead of Bakri Eid 2026The advisory has been released to help traders transporters buyers and others involved in the legal transportation and sale of animals during the festival periodPolice officials said that people facing any difficulties while transporting animals through legal channels or at authorised animal sale locations designated by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation BMC can contact the Mumbai Police main control roomThe helpline numbers issued are897675410002222623054Assistance for traders and buyersAccording to the police traders businessmen and buyers sometimes face issues during the movement and sale of animals ahead of Bakri EidThe officials have appealed to citizens to follow legal procedures and contact the helpline in case of any harassment obstruction or other concernsPolice monitoring festival arrangementsMumbai Police is expected to maintain strict monitoring and security arrangements across the city during the festival period to ensure smooth movement and law and order