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Bhubaneswar is preparing for a significant event as Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits on June 20, 2025, to mark the first anniversary of the state’s BJP-led government. The visit includes a roadshow from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Janata Maidan and a public programme expected to draw over two lakh attendees. To ensure public safety and smooth traffic flow, the Commissionerate Police has issued a comprehensive traffic advisory, outlining diversions, parking arrangements, and restrictions..
Why is PM Modi Visiting Odisha on June 20?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Bhubaneswar on June 20, 2025 celebrate one year of the BJP government under Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. The visit will feature a public meeting at Janata Maidan, where the Odisha Vision Document 2036 will be unveiled, outlining the state’s developmental goals. A roadshow from Biju Patnaik International Airport to the venue will commence at 3:40 PM, followed by the programme at 4:30 PM. The event is expected to have over two lakh attendees, including ministers, MLAs, and party workers. The city has been declared a ‘No-Drone, No-Fly’ zone from the airport to the event venue to ensure safety.
Which Roads Will Be Affected During PM Modi’s Bhubaneswar Visit?
From 3 PM to 6 PM on June 20, key routes in Bhubaneswar, including Airport Square, Capital Hospital Square, AG Square, Raj Bhawan Square, Power House Square, 120 Battalion Square, Shastri Nagar Square, Behera Sahi Square, Jaydev Vihar Square, XIMB Square, and NALCO Square, will experience significant congestion due to the roadshow. The Commissionerate Police advises commuters to avoid these areas and use alternate routes. Emergency vehicles, such as ambulances and fire services, will remain unaffected by restrictions.
What Are the Routes for Buses Attending Janata Maidan?
To manage the influx of attendees, specific routes have been designated for buses arriving from various directions. Buses from Cuttack via NH-16 will take the Rasulgarh service road to Vani Vihar, Acharya Vihar, Apollo Hospital, and Sainik School. Those from Khurda will follow the Jaydev Vihar service road to Acharya Vihar, Apollo Hospital, Sainik School, NALCO Square, and Kalinga Hospital Road. Buses from Nandankanan will use NALCO Square to Kalinga Hospital Road, while those from Puri will travel via Kalpana Square, Raj Mahal, Sishu Bhawan, and Capital Hospital Square.
Where Can Attendees Park During PM Modi’s Event?
Multiple parking locations across Bhubaneswar have been allocated to accommodate the large crowd. These include Airport Golei to Pani Tanki, Meteorological Ground, Shastrinagar to Engineering School, Behera Sahi to Nicco Park, Swadhinata Sangrami Ground, Kalinga Stadium, Salia Sahi Jatra Padia, Sainik School, and Hatiasuni to Utkal Hospital. VIP parking is designated at JK Paper Lane to Shyama Dham. Attendees are requested to use these areas to prevent roadside parking, which could worsen congestion.
Traffic Restrictions for Heavy Vehicles
To reduce congestion, goods carriers with six or more wheels, such as trucks and trailers, face restrictions on June 20. Vehicles from Khurda to Cuttack will be diverted from Pitapalli Square via Chandaka Square, bypassing Bhubaneswar. Those from Cuttack to Khurda will take Balikuda Square via Trishulia Square and Pitapalli. Emergency vehicles are exempt, ensuring critical services continue uninterrupted. Businesses relying on goods transport should schedule deliveries outside the 3 PM to 6 PM window or use alternate routes to avoid delays.
What Security Measures Are in Place for PM Modi’s Visit to Bhubaneswar?
The Commissionerate Police has deployed 133 platoons, including 16 DCPs/SPs, 33 additional DCPs, 93 ACPs/DSPs, 106 inspectors, 455 sub-inspectors, 189 women police personnel, and 291 home guards. Central forces and bomb disposal squads will enhance safety, with a no-flying and no-drone zone enforced between the airport and Janata Maidan. A security review meeting, chaired by Police Commissioner Suresh Chandra Devdatta Singh, ensured thorough coordination.
How Will the Visit Affect Schools and Offices?
The Odisha government has declared a half-day holiday for government offices and courts within the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation area, starting in the afternoon of June 20. Schools in Bhubaneswar and Cuttack will remain closed all day to reduce traffic and ensure student safety. These measures accommodate the expected crowd of over two lakh attendees. Residents are advised to limit non-essential travel during the affected hours and stay informed via local news for any updates on closures or traffic changes.
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