The Nagpur Traffic Police have announced new regulations aimed at reducing traffic congestion in the city. From August 20, 2025, private travel buses will be prohibited from picking up, dropping off, or parking anywhere on the Inner Ring Road or within its inner radius between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM.
Private buses will be allowed to operate only from their designated private parking spaces. This move comes as part of a broader traffic management plan to tackle jams, pollution, and road safety risks in Nagpur.
Why the Restrictions Are Being Imposed
Nagpur has a population of nearly 30 lakh, with about 20 lakh two-wheelers and 5 lakh four-wheelers. Increasing vehicle numbers, ongoing development work, and the tendency of large buses to stop in narrow or busy areas have worsened traffic congestion, especially during rush hours.
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Key Measures in Place
- Monitoring Period: August 13 to September 12, 2025, traffic police will closely monitor bus activities.
- Parking Ban: No parking will be allowed in “No Parking” zones outside the Inner Ring Road.
- Private Bus Owners’ Responsibility: Operators must inform passengers, update their websites, and arrange alternative pick-up/drop-off locations outside the restricted zone within seven days.
- Penalties: Violations will lead to action under Section 223 of the Indian Penal Code 2023.
Current Bus Operations in Nagpur
- 642 buses: Wardha–Yavatmal–Chandrapur route
- 190 buses: Amravati Road (towards Pune/Nashik)
- 78 buses: Koradi Road (towards Chhindwara)
- 296 buses: Jabalpur Road (towards Bhopal/Indore)
- 92 buses: Bhandara Road (towards Gondia/Chhattisgarh)
- 308 buses: Umred Road (towards Gadchiroli)
Many of these buses lack official parking areas, leading to illegal roadside stops.
Identified Problem Areas
Central Avenue, Jadhav Square, Baidyanath Square, Vijay Talkies Square, Cotton Market Square, Gitanjali Square, Rahate Colony Square, Bhole Petrol Pump Square, Ravi Nagar Square, Sakkardara Square, Dighori Square, Chhatrapati Square, Hindustan Colony, Indora Square, Automotive Square, and other key junctions often witness unauthorized bus pick-ups and drops.
Where Buses Can Park Now
Some operators, such as Saini, Mahatma, Baba, Sawan, Maa Durga, and Khurana Travels, have their own parking areas. Passengers can reach these new designated points using the metro, taxis, auto-rickshaws, or other public transport.
Exceptions to the Ban
The restriction does not apply to:
- MSRTC buses
- Company employee buses (with permission)
- Wedding/function buses (with permission)
- Ambulances and emergency vehicles
- School buses
- Senior citizen or women’s special buses
- Religious pilgrimage buses
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: When will the new bus restrictions come into effect?
The restrictions will be effective from August 20, 2025, between 8 AM and 10 PM daily.
Q2: Can private buses still operate within Nagpur city?
Yes, but only from their own private parking spaces outside the Inner Ring Road.
Q3: Will MSRTC buses be affected?
No, the restrictions do not apply to MSRTC buses or other exempted categories.
Q4: How can passengers reach the new pick-up points?
Passengers can use metro services, taxis, auto-rickshaws, and other public transport to reach the designated stops outside the Inner Ring Road.
Q5: What will happen if a bus violates the rules?
Violators will face action under Section 223 of the Indian Penal Code 2023.
Q6: Why is this restriction necessary?
The rule is aimed at reducing traffic jams, air pollution, and road safety risks caused by large buses stopping in congested areas.
