Mumbai commuters, here’s an important information you need to know about commuting within the city. On February 17, there will be traffic restrictions in place in the city, particularly on the Western Express Highway on the occasion of France’s Prime Minister Emmaneul Macron’s visit to India and his meet-up with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the AI Impact Summit 2026. Here are all the major updates you must take note of the Mumbai traffic restrictions of February 17, 2026.
Mumbai Western Express Highway Traffic Restrictions On February 17
Mumbai’s Western Express Highway will see temporary traffic restrictions on February 17, 2026. The Mumbai Traffic Police has put temporary restrictions in the city on this day to make smooth security arrangements for the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the President of France, Emmanuel Macron.
In view of the India-France Year of Innovation event at Gateway of India, traffic congestion is expected on adjoining roads. Traffic arrangements have been made to make the traffic flow smoother and reduce congestion.
Here’s a quick look at the restricted vehicular movement in Mumbai on 17th February:
- No heavy motor vehicles (HMVs) will be allowed to enter the northbound and southbound lanes of the Western Express Highway, particularly between Vakola Flyover and Dahisar Toll Naka.
- This restriction will be in effect from 8 AM to 9 PM on 17th February, 2026.
- The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Marg stretch from Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Chowk will be shut for all vehicular movement on this day from 2 PM to 9 PM.
- The stretch from Jokhim Alva Chowk to Adam Street Junction will also be shut from 2 PM to 9 PM.
- Only emergency vehicles like ambulances, fire brigades, police vehicles, and government vehicles will be allowed to ply.
- The police will also allow some vehicles, permitted by them due to operational requirements, to use the highway.
The notification was issued to the general public under the Motor Vehicles Act. Violators found violating traffic rules may face penalties. So it is better to plan your commute for that day in advance and look for alternatives.
The Mumbai traffic restrictions have been announced in light of the French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron’s official visit to India. The visit will be for 3 days, where the French PM will meet PM Modi on February 17, 2026. Both of them will then travel to New Delhi for the upcoming AI Impact Summit 2026.
Summing Up
The French PM’s visit to India, particularly Mumbai, will be an anticipated event in February. As he is visiting the city on 17th February, there will be traffic restrictions in place. Take note of these restrictions and plan your commute in advance.
