Noida, Oct. 18 -- Noida traffic police have announced diversions and restrictions around Sector 18 and Atta Market to manage congestion during Diwali, officials said on Friday. Barriers have been placed to restrict the movement of autos and e-rickshaws in the area, which sees heavy footfall during Dhanteras and Diwali shopping.

Deputy commissioner of police (traffic) Pravin Ranjan Singh said the measures were necessary to ease pressure on busy market roads. "We have stopped e-rickshaws and autos from Atta Market to Atta Peer. If congestion increases, all vehicles will be diverted from this stretch," Singh said.

According to the advisory, vehicles will be diverted through the Film City underpass, DLF Mall, Atta Peer, and Sectors 16 and 1...