BJP Protest Stops Buses, Stalls Traffic

Protesters Deflate Tyres Of DTC Buses On Arteries As Party Campaign Against Excise Policy Peaks

New Delhi: The first working day of the new year became a nightmare for commuters as they had to face massive traffic jams in different parts of the city with the BJP staging a city-wide protest against the AAP government's new excise policy. The protesters deflated the front tyres of DTC buses which led to major arteries getting choked. Delhi BJP blamed “mischievous elements” for the vandalism and disruption.

Massive traffic jams were seen at several spots, including ITO, Laxmi Nagar, Akshardham, Signature Bridge, Karol Bagh, Uttam Nagar and Aali Gaon. DTC drivers said they requested the protesters not to deflate the tyres as it would take a long time to get the buses moving but they paid no heed.

According to a report prepared by DTC, in almost all instances, the two front tyres were punctured or the air let out. The areas where the buses were targeted included Madhuban Chowk, Peeragarhi, East Patel Nagar, Rajender Nagar, Rajender Place, Dwarka Mor and Kashmere Gate.