SHILLONG, Aug 9: In view of the Shillong Derby Football Match between Shillong Lajong FC and Rangdajied United FC, scheduled for Saturday at JN Stadium, the Office of the East Khasi Hills Superintendent of Police has issue a slew of traffic regulations for the day.
According to a statement here, no entry will be imposed from Lumjingshai junction towards CRPF junction and from Lumjingshai junction towards Forest Colony. “Vehicles to be diverted towards Lawmali Polo Market left turn and beyond,” the statement said.
Meanwhile, all have been requested not to park their vehicles around the Polo agglomeration on Saturday from 11 am till the football match is over.
“Vehicle(s) will not be allowed to park on the roadside from Golf Club up to CRPF junction. Therefore, general public is urged not to park their vehicles at the above-mentioned stretch. Plying of loaded heavy vehicles around the Polo agglomeration shall be strictly prohibited on 10th August,” the statement said, advising the public to use a carpool instead of private vehicles for proceeding towards the programme.
However, vehicles with pass and emergency service will be facilitated despite the traffic regulations.