IPL 2026: Traffic Advisory Near Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy Stadium, Key Roads Marked No-Parking

The Bengaluru City Traffic Police has issued a detailed traffic advisory ahead of the IPL 2026 matches scheduled to be held on March 28 and April 5 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. The measures aim to regulate traffic movement, prevent congestion, and ensure public safety in and around the stadium area.

What has been announced?

The police have imposed strict parking restrictions, identified designated parking zones, and outlined specific entry and exit gates for spectators. Special arrangements have also been made for pick-up and drop-off services.

Where are the restrictions?

Parking has been prohibited on several major roads surrounding the stadium. According to BTP, vehicles will not be allowed to park on both sides of:

Queens Road, from Balekundri Circle to Queens Circle and up to CTO Junction
MG Road, from Anil Kumble Circle to Queens Circle and up to Anil Kumble Junction
Cubbon Road, from CTO Circle to Dickenson Road Junction

Other restricted stretches include the link road between MG Road and Cubbon Road, Raj Bhavan Road, T. Chowdaiah Road, Race Course Road, Central Street, St. Mark's Road, Museum Road, Kasturba Road, Mallya Hospital Road, Lavelle Road, and Vittal Mallya Road.

Parking is also strictly prohibited inside Cubbon Park, including King Road, areas near the Press Club, Bal Bhavan, and Fountain Road.

Additionally, on Cubbon Road between Kamaraj Road Junction and Dickenson Road Junction, only BMTC buses will be allowed to park.

When will these rules be in effect?

The restrictions will be enforced on match days - March 28 and April 5 - with parking facilities at designated locations available from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Where can vehicles be parked?

The traffic police have earmarked specific locations for parking, including:

St. Joseph's Indian High School Ground near Siddalingaiah Circle
St. Joseph's European School Ground on Museum Road
Freedom Park multi-level car parking
Garuda Mall parking area
Shivajinagar Bus Stand (first floor)
UB City parking facility

Motorists have been advised to use only these authorised parking areas.

How will entry and exit be managed?

Entry into the stadium will be permitted through multiple gates:

Gates E-1 to E-3, E-18, E-19, E-22, and E-23 on Cubbon Road
Gates E-11 to E-17 via the link road from Anil Kumble Circle and BRV Circle
Gates E-05 and E-08 on Queens Road

Exit will be allowed only through Gates E-09 and E-9A.

Gate E-10 on Queens Road has been reserved exclusively for players, support staff, officials, and VIPs.

How are pick-up and drop services arranged?

Designated pick-up and drop-off points have been arranged at Manikshaw Parade Ground and BRV Ground. Pick-up services will operate near Gate No. 06, while drop-off points are located near Gate No. 03.

Why have these measures been introduced?

The traffic advisory has been issued to handle large crowds expected during the IPL matches, reduce congestion in central Bengaluru, and ensure smooth vehicular and pedestrian movement.

The police have also urged the public to prefer BMTC buses and Namma Metro services instead of private vehicles to minimise traffic pressure around the stadium.