Traffic Update for Chennai: As the excitement builds up for the TATA IPL 2024 matches scheduled at the iconic M.A. Chidambaram Cricket Stadium in Chennai, it’s crucial for residents and commuters to be aware of the temporary traffic arrangements and diversions put in place to ensure smooth movement during match days.
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TATA IPL Season-2024 சென்னை எம்.ஏ. சிதம்பரம் கிரிக்கெட் மைதானத்தில் நடைபெறுவதை முன்னிட்டு கீழ்கண்ட சாலைகளில் 22.03.2024 & 26.03.2024 ஆகிய நாட்களில் 1700 மணி முதல் 2300 மணி வரையில் கீழ்கண்டவாறு போக்குவரத்து மாற்றங்கள் செய்யப்படுகிறது.#ipl2024#Chennai pic.twitter.com/HNaHwS0vWn
Traffic Changes Overview: Starting from 17:00 to 23:00 on match days, several roads around the M.A. Chidambaram Cricket Stadium will undergo temporary changes to accommodate the influx of spectators, officials, and vehicles.
The Chennai City Traffic Police has issued a notification to divert traffic around Chennai’s Chepakkam stadium for the IPL cricket matches. Here are some traffic instructions:
| Road | Traffic Changes |
|---|---|
| Victoria Hostel Road (Canal Road) | – One-way entry from Bharathi Salai x Victoria Hostel Road Jn. |
| – No entry from Wallajah Road x Victoria Hostel Road Jn. | |
| Bells Road | a) One-way entry from Bharathi Salai x Bells Road Jn. |
| b) MTC buses from Kannagi Statue diverted at Bharathi Salai x Bells Road Jn towards Ratna cafe Jn, T.H.Road. | |
| Bharathi Salai | – Vehicles from Ratna cafe Jn diverted towards Bells Road, Wallajah Road. |
| – No entry towards Kannagi Statue at Bharathi Salai x Bells Road Jn. | |
| Wallajah Road | a) Vehicles with passes M, T, V and MTC Buses diverted towards Labour Statue – Kamarajar Salai – Kannagi Statue – Bharathi Salai. |
| b) Vehicles with passes B & R diverted to park at MRTS and Pattabiram Gate. | |
| Kamarajar Salai | a) Vehicles with passes M, T, V allowed through Bharathi Salai, Canal Road. Other vehicles diverted to Foreshore Service Road for parking. |
| b) Vehicles with passes B & R allowed via Bharathi Salai, Bells Road & Wallajah Road to park at MRTS and Pattabiraman Gate. No entry towards Wallajah Road at Labour Statue. | |
| Vehicles without passes | a) Vehicles from Anna Salai route via Wallajah Road, Labour Statue, Kamarajar Salai for parking on Foreshore Service Road. |
| b) Vehicles from War Memorial via Kamarajar Salai for parking on Foreshore Service Road. | |
| c) Vehicles from Gandhi Statue via Kamarajar Salai for parking on Foreshore Service Road. | |
| Motorists | – Requested to cooperate with the traffic changes. |
Road Specific Traffic Adjustments:
- Victoria Hostel Road (Canal Road):
- One-way entry allowed from Bharathi Salai x Victoria Hostel Road junction.
- No entry permitted from Wallajah Road x Victoria Hostel Road junction.
- Bells Road:
- Converted into a one-way street with entry permitted from Bharathi Salai x Bells Road junction.
- MTC buses arriving from Kannagi Statue will be diverted at Bharathi Salai x Bells Road junction towards Ratna cafe junction and T.H.Road.
- Bharathi Salai:
- Vehicles coming from Ratna cafe junction will be diverted towards Bells Road and Wallajah Road.
- No entry towards Kannagi Statue at Bharathi Salai x Bells Road junction.
- Wallajah Road:
- Vehicles with parking permits M, T, V, and MTC buses redirected towards Labour Statue – Kamarajar Salai – Kannagi Statue – Bharathi Salai.
- Vehicles with parking permits B & R directed to park at MRTS and Pattabiram Gate.
- Kamarajar Salai:
- Vehicles with permits M, T, V allowed through Bharathi Salai, Canal Road. Others diverted to Foreshore Service Road for parking.
- Vehicles with permits B & R allowed via Bharathi Salai, Bells Road & Wallajah Road to park at MRTS and Pattabiraman Gate. No entry towards Wallajah Road at Labour Statue.
Vehicles without Permits:
- Specific routes outlined for vehicles without permits coming from Anna Salai, War Memorial, and Gandhi Statue to ensure smooth parking arrangements on Foreshore Service Road.
Request for Cooperation: Motorists and residents are urged to cooperate with the temporary traffic arrangements during the TATA IPL 2024 matches. Adhering to these changes will not only facilitate smooth traffic flow but also contribute to the overall safety and enjoyment of the event.
Conclusion: With these temporary traffic adjustments in place, authorities aim to minimize congestion and ensure the hassle-free movement of vehicles and pedestrians during the TATA IPL 2024 matches in Chennai. Your cooperation is vital in making this event a success. Let’s come together to support our beloved sport and city.