Patna: Several key roads in Patna will face traffic restrictions early on March 15 as the city hosts the Patna Marathon, an event aimed at spreading awareness about drug de-addiction.
Thousands of runners are expected to participate in the event, prompting the traffic police to implement a revised traffic management plan across major routes including JP Ganga Path (Marine Drive), Atal Path, and Ashok Rajpath.
According to the advisory issued by Patna Traffic Police, vehicular movement will remain completely suspended between JP roundabout and Children’s Park during the marathon. Traffic will also be prohibited in both lanes of the JP Ganga Path underpass, covering the stretch from Children’s Park past the Commissioner’s office.
Additionally, traffic will be restricted on one lane of Atal Path for a specific period to ensure the smooth conduct of the event.
नशामुक्त बिहार के संकल्प को मज़बूत करने के लिए 15 मार्च 2026 को पटना की सड़कों पर ‘रन फॉर नशामुक्त बिहार’ (पटना मैराथन) का आयोजन किया जा रहा है।
इस भव्य आयोजन को सफल बनाने और आम नागरिकों की सुविधा के लिए पटना ट्रैफिक पुलिस द्वारा विशेष रूट प्लान।#NashaMuktBihar pic.twitter.com/8P7LngGLRQ— Patna Traffic Police (@patna_traffic) March 13, 2026
Changes have also been made to traffic arrangements along Ashok Rajpath. Vehicles approaching from Danapur will be diverted toward Buddha Marg from the Police Lines T-junction, while vehicles travelling from Fraser Road and Exhibition Road will not be allowed to proceed toward Gate No 1 of Gandhi Maidan.
The marathon will begin at 3:30am from Gate No 1 of Gandhi Maidan. The event will feature multiple race categories, including a 42.2km full marathon, 21.1km half marathon, and shorter 10km and 5km runs. The programme is expected to conclude by 7:15am.
Authorities have also arranged designated parking zones around Gandhi Maidan for participants and guests. Entry for VIPs and VVIPs will be through Gate No 12, while participants will enter through Gate No 5. Media personnel have been assigned Gate No 10, and Gate No 6 will remain open for the general public.
The traffic police have urged residents to avoid the affected routes during the event hours and use alternative roads to prevent congestion and ensure smooth movement across the city.
