HANOI, VIETNAM – In preparation for the grand celebrations marking Vietnam's National Day on September 2nd, the Hanoi City Police have announced a detailed plan of extensive traffic restrictions and street closures, primarily affecting the city's central districts. Residents, commuters, and tourists are strongly advised to take note of the schedules to adjust their travel plans accordingly.
The measures are necessary to facilitate large-scale rehearsals and the official military parade and civilian procession, which will be the centerpiece of the nation's commemoration. The main events will take place at Ba Dinh Square, in front of the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, with parades proceeding through many of the capital's major thoroughfares.
The traffic management plan will be implemented in several phases, including for multiple overnight rehearsals and for the main event day itself.
Key Restricted Areas and Timings
The most significant restrictions will be focused on the Ba Dinh district and surrounding areas. The Hanoi Police have designated periods for both a complete ban on all vehicles and a temporary restriction on certain types of vehicles.
1. Full Street Closures:
A complete ban on all vehicular traffic will be enforced on numerous key streets during specific rehearsal and event times. These closures are necessary to ensure the security and smooth operation of the parade formations. The core streets affected include:
- Hùng Vương
- Hoàng Hoa Thám
- Hoàng Văn Thụ
- Độc Lập
- Điện Biên Phủ
- Phan Đình Phùng
- Quán Thánh
- Nguyễn Thái Học
The closures will be in effect during several overnight and daytime periods in the lead-up to September 2nd, with the most extensive closures scheduled from the evening of September 1st until the afternoon of September 2nd.
2. Temporary Restrictions:
In a wider perimeter around the core event zone, temporary restrictions will be applied. This includes a ban on heavy trucks (over 1.5 tons) and passenger vehicles with 16 seats or more (excluding public buses and specially permitted vehicles). These restrictions will affect major arterial roads within Ring Road 1 and Ring Road 2 during the scheduled event times.
Parade Routes and Public Advisory
After the main ceremony at Ba Dinh Square on the morning of September 2nd, the parade contingents will march along several routes, spreading out across the city center. Key procession routes include paths towards Nguyễn Thái Học, Kim Mã, Tràng Thi, and Hàng Khay streets.
The Hanoi Police have urged citizens to cooperate with law enforcement and to choose alternative modes of transport. Key recommendations include:
- Plan Ahead: Check the specific dates and times of closures that may affect your travel.
- Use Public Transport: Utilize the city's public bus network, which will operate with adjusted routes to bypass the restricted zones.
- Follow Alternative Routes: For those needing to travel between northern and southern districts (e.g., from Tay Ho to Hoang Mai), authorities suggest using major bridges like Nhật Tân or Thăng Long and sticking to the main ring roads (Ring Road 2 and Ring Road 3) to bypass the city center entirely.
Officials have emphasized that these measures are crucial for the success and safety of a major national event. Residents are thanked in advance for their patience and cooperation during this period of celebration.
