Dehradun Paltan Bazaar to Remain Vehicle-Free from 11 AM to 7 PM During Festive Season
District administration to launch anti-encroachment drives in busy markets; action planned against roadside vendors and obstructions
ADM K.K. Mishra directs police, Municipal Corporation and concerned departments to ensure smooth traffic and public safety
Dehradun, October 23, 2026: The Dehradun district administration has stepped up preparations to ensure smooth traffic movement, effective crowd management and public safety in the city’s major markets during the festive season. As part of these measures, vehicle entry into Paltan Bazaar will remain prohibited from 11 AM to 7 PM. The administration will also conduct anti-encroachment drives in busy commercial areas and take action against obstructions in accordance with the rules.
A meeting was held on Friday under the chairmanship of Additional District Magistrate (Finance and Revenue) K.K. Mishra at his office, following the directions of District Magistrate Dr Ashish Chauhan. Officials from the police, district administration, Municipal Corporation and other concerned departments attended the meeting along with representatives of the traders’ association.
The discussions focused on traffic management, crowd control, removal of encroachments and public safety in major markets, particularly Paltan Bazaar, where footfall is expected to rise during the festive shopping period.
Vehicle Entry Restricted in Paltan Bazaar from 11 AM to 7 PM
ADM K.K. Mishra directed the concerned officials to take effective measures to maintain traffic discipline and ensure public safety in Paltan Bazaar and other busy markets across Dehradun.
He said the increase in footfall during the festive season makes it essential to maintain smooth pedestrian movement, prevent traffic congestion and keep adequate space available for emergency access.
Under the prescribed arrangement, vehicles will not be allowed to enter Paltan Bazaar between 11 AM and 7 PM. Traders have been requested to complete loading and unloading activities before 11 AM or after 7 PM.
The measure aims to reduce vehicular pressure in the market, improve pedestrian access and provide a safer and more convenient shopping environment for residents and visitors. The concerned departments have been instructed to ensure effective enforcement of the restriction during the specified hours.
Anti-Encroachment Drive in Busy Commercial Areas
The administration will conduct anti-encroachment drives in Paltan Bazaar and other major commercial areas of Dehradun. The ADM directed officials to take action, as per applicable rules, against encroachments, roadside stalls and other obstructions that disrupt pedestrian movement.
Police, Municipal Corporation and district administration officials have been asked to maintain regular surveillance and conduct joint enforcement drives wherever necessary. Obstructions caused by goods placed outside shops and other activities affecting public access will also be addressed.
Mishra stressed that keeping market passages clear is essential for the convenience of shoppers and for ensuring access during emergencies.
Traders Asked to Cooperate with the Administration
The ADM appealed to representatives of the traders’ associations to cooperate with the district administration in maintaining traffic discipline and public safety during the festive season.
Traders have been requested not to place unnecessary goods outside their establishments and to keep designated pedestrian areas free from obstructions.
He emphasised that coordination among the administration, police, Municipal Corporation and traders is essential for maintaining orderly conditions in crowded markets. All concerned departments have been directed to work together and ensure the effective implementation of the prescribed arrangements.
The meeting also stressed that shoppers should not face inconvenience during the festive period. Regular monitoring will be undertaken to ensure effective traffic management, safe pedestrian movement and public security.
Officials and Traders’ Representatives Attend Meeting
Those present included Sub-Divisional Magistrate (Headquarters) Harshita Singh, City Magistrate Rakesh Tiwari, Sub-Divisional Magistrate (Sadar) Apoorva Singh, Traffic Circle Officer Jagdish Pant, National Traders’ Welfare Board member and Doon Valley Mahanagar Udyog Vyapar Mandal president Pankaj Maison, and vice-president Harish Virmani, along with officials and personnel from the police, district administration and concerned departments.
