SINGAPORE, Nov 6 — Singapore police have warned of large crowds in Little India during the Deepavali celebrations, especially on the eve of the festival on Nov 7, and urged motorists to use alternative routes, The Straits Times reported.
In an advisory issued today, the police said heavy foot and vehicular traffic was expected along Serangoon Road during the period.
The pedestrian crossing at Birch Road, in front of Angullia Mosque, will be closed from 4pm on Nov 7 until 4am the next day, with pedestrians directed to alternative crossings near Kitchener Link or Baboo Lane.
The crossing at Campbell Lane may also be shut if required, with alternatives available near Sungei Road or Dunlop Street.
