India, Dec. 31 -- Traffic congestion increased near Noida Sector 18 and adjoining areas due to heavy footfall on New Year's Eve, as people visited markets, malls, and pubs.

The traffic police placed barricades to restrict the entry of vehicles from Sector 18 metro gate and their exit near the Gurudwara in Sector 18 to streamline the movement of vehicles. However this led to more congestion as people were forced to travel longer distances to enter the market.

"I don't know why police have blocked the entry and exit to the market, as it creates more chaos than usual. The traffic police should have streamlined the traffic despite blocking the route," said Akash Gupta, a resident of Sector 44, who was visiting the market.

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