Team India victory parade: Traffic advisory issued ahead of grand celebration in Mumbai

Rohit Sharma-led Team India landed in Delhi early Thursday, after winning the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 in Barbados on June 29. Upon arrival, they proceeded to ITC Maurya Hotel for a special breakfast. The team then met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence before heading back to Delhi airport to depart for Mumbai.
Preparations for Team India's victory parade on Marine Drive
As per reports, Mumbai Police have implemented extensive security measures for Thursday evening's road show celebrating the T20 World Cup-winning team, anticipating a significant turnout of fans.
“With a large crowd expected, police are taking utmost precautions to avoid any incidents,” said Mumbai police officials. “Adequate security is being deployed along Marine Drive between Nariman Point and Wankhede Stadium.”
Traffic advisory issued ahead of grand celebration
The Mumbai Traffic Police have issued a detailed advisory ahead of the grand victory parade for the Indian T20 cricket team on July 4, anticipating large crowds and significant traffic disruptions across the city.
The parade is expected to start at 5 pm from Wankhede Stadium, passing through key areas such as Marine Drive, Churchgate, Nariman Point, and Colaba, before ending at the Gateway of India.
To ensure a smooth flow and manage the celebratory crowds, several major roads along the route will be closed to vehicular traffic.
Marine Drive will be closed, with vehicles diverted via Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Road. Churchgate and Nariman Point will have limited access and diversions, while significant traffic delays are expected in Colaba.
Additional BEST buses will run on alternative routes, and Mumbai metro and local train services will operate more frequently. Parking will be prohibited along the parade route.
Emergency medical services are arranged at multiple points on the parade route to ensure immediate assistance in case of any health emergencies.