Sri Vijaya Puram | November 12, 2026
The District Magistrate, South Andaman District, has announced traffic restrictions in the vicinity of Corbyn’s Cove Beach in view of the forthcoming Chhath Puja celebrations, during which a large number of devotees are expected to gather at the beach.
As per a notification issued by the District Magistrate under the provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, the road from Corbyn Chowk Junction to Mazar Pahad via Corbyn’s Cove will operate as a one-way route. Vehicles will be permitted to enter from Corbyn Chowk Junction and exit through Mazar Pahad. Vehicles travelling from Mazar Pahad towards Corbyn’s Cove Beach will not be allowed, except two-wheelers.
The notification further states that Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) will not be permitted on this road during the restriction period. However, vehicles engaged in providing essential services will be exempted.
Additionally, the road from Children’s Park, Chakkargaon, to Corbyn’s Cove Road will remain closed to all vehicles, except two-wheelers.
These traffic restrictions will remain in force from 2:00 PM on November 15, 2026, to 8:00 PM on November 16, 2026.
The general public has been requested to cooperate with the Traffic Police and adhere to the prescribed traffic arrangements to ensure the smooth movement of vehicles and the safety of devotees during the celebrations.
