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Coimbatore Gears Up for Ganesh Idol Immersion
15 Sep
Summary
- Ganesh idol immersion will cause traffic disruptions on September 16 and 18.
- Heavy vehicle entry into the city will be restricted on September 16.
- Major road diversions and parking bans are in effect for the event.
Coimbatore is set to implement traffic regulations on September 16 and 18 to accommodate Ganesh idol immersion processions. On September 16, two major processions will occur, leading to restrictions on heavy goods vehicles and trucks entering the city from 8 am to 10 pm. Parking will be prohibited in several key areas, including Sundarapuram and roads around Kuniyamuthur Tank.
Traffic diversions will be in place for routes such as Pollachi Road, Ukkadam, and Palakkad Road, with specific alternative routes announced for light and heavy vehicles. The second phase of immersion on September 18 will feature a main procession through central areas to Muthannan Kulam. Heavy commercial vehicles and trucks face restrictions from 7 am to 10 pm, with parking bans on numerous streets in the city center.
Further diversions will affect traffic flow from Ukkadam towards Perur, Trichy Road, Mettupalayam, and Thadagam roads. Authorities have provided alternative routes for vehicles traveling via Perur, Marudhamalai, Avinashi Road, and Gandhipuram to help commuters navigate the city during the immersion events.
