PM Modi’s Ambaji Visit: Traffic Diversions Announced In Banaskantha; Check Alternative Routes

Commuters travelling through Ambaji in Gujarat’s Banaskantha district will have to take alternative routes until November 14 due to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit. The district administration has announced traffic diversions on key roads connecting Himmatnagar, Abu Road, Palanpur and Ambaji to manage movement and security arrangements.

The decision was taken following a review meeting chaired by the District Collector. A notification issued by the Additional District Collector will remain in force until November 14.

Himmatnagar–Abu Road Traffic To Be Diverted

According to the notification, vehicles travelling from Himmatnagar towards Abu Road via Ambaji will have to take the Hadad–Palanpur route.

Similarly, motorists travelling from Abu Road towards Himmatnagar will not be allowed to use the Ambaji route and will have to travel via Palanpur.

Alternative Routes For Devotees Visiting Ambaji

Devotees travelling to Ambaji from Himmatnagar and Palanpur will also have to use designated alternative routes.

• From Himmatnagar: Devotees can reach Ambaji via Hadad–Danta.
• From Palanpur: Devotees can reach Ambaji via Balaram–Virampur, along the Palanpur–Danta road.

The administration has urged motorists and pilgrims to follow the notified routes while travelling during the period.

PM Modi To Visit Ambaji On November 14

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Gujarat on November 13 and 14. He is expected to arrive in Ahmedabad on the night of November 13 and stay overnight at Raj Bhavan in Gandhinagar.

On November 14, around 10 am, he will depart from Ahmedabad for Banaskantha by helicopter. During the visit, he will offer prayers and perform rituals at the Ambaji temple in the afternoon.

In view of the visit, the local administration has stepped up security arrangements and placed the district on high alert. The traffic restrictions will remain in force until November 14.