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Mumbai traffic advisory: Slow vehicular movement expected in BKC today over Global Fintech Fest; check alternate routes

Traffic authorities alerted motorists that vehicular flow will be particularly slow between 4:00 PM and 8:00 PM

Mumbai traffic advisory: Slow vehicular movement expected in BKC today over Global Fintech Fest; check alternate routes

Mumbai commuters should anticipate substantial evening delays on Wednesday due to the Global Fintech Festival (GFF) 2026, according to the Mumbai Traffic Police. The Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) and surrounding roads are expected to experience sluggish traffic flow from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, coinciding with peak-hour commutes and VIP arrivals.The GFF, held at the Jio World Convention Centre from September 8 to 11, focuses on "Potential to Impact: Agentic AI, Tokenisation, Quantum - Trusted, Connected, Global Systems for Inclusive Finance."Highways and alternate routes are advised to avoid congestion.

Motorists are encouraged to use the Eastern and Western Express Highway Connectors, Santacruz-Chembur Link Road, CST Road/University Route, or the Mumbai Metro Line 3 (Aqua Line) to navigate the area and prevent parking gridlock.

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