Executive Summary for the Traffic Restrictions in Ahmedabad
Traffic measures have been implemented around the Motera / Narendra Modi Stadium for T20 World Cup matches scheduled between 09–26 February. Match-day restrictions are expected to begin three to six hours before kickoff and ease two to three hours post-match. While individual match-day impact is moderate, repeated fixtures increase cumulative disruption risks, including staff delays, delivery rescheduling and congestion on alternate routes.
- Date of Event: 09-26 February
- Location: Ahmedabad Motera Stadium, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
- Risk Category: Travel Risks
- Severity Score: 3 / 5
- Confidence Level: 82 %
What is Risk Analysis in the Context of Travel Risks Events
Travel risk analysis evaluates threats to mobility, access and safety arising from planned events, infrastructure controls or crowd movement. In urban India, large sporting tournaments routinely generate predictable but repeated disruptions. For Ahmedabad, historical IPL and World Cup fixtures demonstrate that stadium-centric traffic management creates cumulative travel risk, particularly for businesses and residents operating near Motera and major arterial corridors.
Current Updates
Ahmedabad Traffic Police have issued advisories outlining road closures, controlled pedestrian zones and vehicle diversions around the stadium precinct. Metro and bus services are operating with extended or modified schedules on select match days. Businesses and logistics operators have been advised to avoid Stadium Road and surrounding feeder lanes during peak ingress and egress windows.
Known Hotspots and Sensitive Areas
High Impact:
- Narendra Modi Stadium perimeter, Stadium Road and pedestrian plaza
- Motera Circle and immediate feeder lanes
Medium Impact:
- SG Highway interchange near Motera
- Sabarmati Riverfront access points used for pedestrian flow
Low Impact:
- Outer ring roads and western arterial routes away from stadium influence
These zones have shown consistent congestion patterns during prior international cricket fixtures and large public events.
Impact on Transportation and Services
Road transport will face closures and diversions on Stadium Road, Motera Circle approaches and nearby service lanes. Metro and bus services may experience crowding, reroutes and schedule adjustments. Ride-hail pickup and drop-off zones are likely to be relocated. For businesses, impacts include delayed employee arrivals, postponed last-mile deliveries, and intermittent mobile-network congestion affecting communications during peak crowd periods.
Recommended Actions
Immediate Actions:
- Avoid scheduling critical deliveries and staff shift changes during match-day peak windows.
- Authorize remote work and staggered shifts for non-essential roles.
- Pre-communicate alternate routes and parking guidance to staff and vendors.
Strategic Measures:
- Coordinate regularly with Ahmedabad Traffic Police and GMRC advisories.
- Maintain buffer inventory and flexible delivery SLAs during the tournament period.
- Use real-time traffic intelligence and situational awareness tools to adapt daily operations.
Multidimensional Impact
Repeated match-day congestion may marginally affect perceptions of urban accessibility and emergency egress, highlighting the importance of resilient transport planning during prolonged event schedules.
Emergency Contacts
- Ahmedabad Traffic Police: 18002331122
- Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation (GMRC) Updates: gujaratmetrorail.com/
- Emergency Services: 112
Final Thoughts
Traffic measures for the T20 World Cup in Ahmedabad present a manageable but recurring travel risk over a two-to-three-week period. Organizations operating near Motera should monitor daily advisories, anticipate cumulative congestion effects and maintain flexible staffing and logistics plans.
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