To ensure security and smooth vehicular movement during the Women’s Premier League (WPL) T20 cricket matches in Navi Mumbai, the city traffic police has imposed traffic restrictions on the service road near Dr. D. Y. Patil Stadium in Nerul from January 9 to January 17, 2026.
According to the traffic control notification issued by the Turbhe Traffic Division, the restrictions are being enforced under provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act to prevent congestion and maintain law and order in the stadium vicinity during the matches.
Road Closures:
All types of vehicles will be barred from plying and parking on the service road between Bhimashankar Society and the L.P. Rickshaw Stand from 7 am to 11 pm on match days, as the route has been earmarked for the movement of players and dignitaries.
Alternative Route:
Commuters have been advised to use the Sion–Panvel Highway, specifically the Uran Phata to L.P. Bridge stretch, as an alternative route to reach their destinations.
It is pertinent to note that the restrictions will not apply to vehicles carrying essential commodities, police vehicles, fire brigade units, ambulances, government vehicles, other emergency services, and vehicles holding official passes issued by the WPL/IPL management.
The WPL 2026 kicks off on January 9 in Navi Mumbai with Mumbai Indians facing off against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
The first half of the tournament will be played at the DY Patil Stadium before the competition moves to Vadodara. The venue will host 11 matches, including 2 double headers.