SHILLONG, SEPT 6: Shillong will witness temporary traffic slowdowns on September 7 and 8 in view of the Vice President of India’s visit.
In a statement, SP Traffic (East Khasi Hills) Dr Hari Prasanth MR said the VVIP convoy movement will be facilitated along the Umiam-Police Bazaar corridor.
Traffic may be slowed on the route: Umiam – Mawlai Mawiong – Golfinks – CRPF Junction – Polo – 4th Furlong – IGP – Kachari – Police Bazaar.
Commuters have been urged to plan in advance, allow additional time and extend cooperation to traffic police to avoid congestion.
Emergency services including ambulances and fire tenders will get priority passage during the movement, the police said.
Inconvenience caused is highly regretted, the SP added.
