Traffic Diversion in Karamadai Due to Chariot Festival at Aranganathar Temple

Traffic changes have been implemented in Karamadai for the chariot procession of the Aranganathar Temple Chariot Festival, starting at 4:00 PM today, February 24. The public and drivers are requested to cooperate with the diversion plans.


Coimbatore: The Karamadai Aranganathar Temple is currently hosting its Chariot Festival. As part of the festivities, a chariot procession is scheduled to commence today, February 24, at 4:00 PM. Following this event, there will be significant traffic modifications in the routes leading through Karamadai.

As soon as the chariot procession begins, all vehicles traveling from Mettupalayam to Coimbatore will be rerouted via Gandhinagar, Nakkupetta Nagar, and Pellathi Road. Similarly, vehicles coming from Coimbatore towards Mettupalayam will be diverted at Pettathapuram curve, leading them through Ezhisuzhi, Tholampalayam Road, and Mangalakkarai, eventually reaching Mettupalayam.

The Karamadai Police have issued a request for the public and vehicle drivers to extend their cooperation with the traffic diversion plans. This adjustment is essential for the smooth procession of the festival and to ensure safety and convenience for all.

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