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Goa traffic restrictions on Nov 1 for Ironman 70.3 event
The Story in Brief
The Superintendent of Police, Traffic, has announced road closures and diversions across Goa on 1 November for the Ironman 70.3 Goa, India 2026. Restrictions will be in place from 3 am until 4.30 pm, with certain stretches closed for the race.
Key closures include Ribandar Causeway, parts of D.B. Marg, Miramar, and roads near NIO Circle. One lane of NH66 from Cortalim to Sharayu Toyota showroom will be closed from 3 am to 2 pm. Heavy vehicles and route buses will be diverted to alternate routes.
Traffic from Panaji to Margao will be routed via the New Flyover Bridge, while vehicles from Margao to Panaji will use the Cortalim Up Ramp. Commuters have been advised to plan journeys in advance and cooperate with traffic personnel.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The restrictions cover major arteries including Ribandar Causeway and NH66, which will affect thousands of commuters and airport traffic. Residents along DB Marg get a dedicated lane, but most other routes face diversions lasting up to 13 hours. The advisory leaves no clarity on post-event road reopening times for the closed lanes, meaning delays may extend beyond 4.30 pm. Commuters heading to Dabolim Airport must use the barricaded left-hand lane of the New Zuari Bridge. The event's scale and single-day timing suggest Goa's infrastructure will be tested, with the next step being public compliance on race day.
Source: thegoan.net
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