President Murmu’s Himachal Trip Forces AIIMS OPD Shut‑Down and Atal Tunnel Traffic Curbs

Heightened security and traffic measures for President Murmu’s three‑day Himachal itinerary

In preparation for President Droupadi Murmu’s swing through Himachal Pradesh, police, Home Guard and other security forces have intensified checkpoints, roadblocks and crowd‑control protocols along the Bilaspur‑Manali corridor. The reinforced presence is intended to guarantee smooth movement for the President’s engagements at AIIMS Bilaspur, the Manali region and the Atal Tunnel.

AIIMS Bilaspur’s outpatient department suspended for one day

All routine OPD services at AIIMS Bilaspur will be halted on Tuesday. No new registrations or standard consultations will be entertained during the closure. The suspension applies solely to outpatient activities; emergency care and treatment for in‑patients will proceed without interruption.

President attends AIIMS convocation ceremony

The President is slated to land on the AIIMS Bilaspur helipad at approximately 10:35 a.m. and join the convocation that commences at 10:45 a.m. The ceremony will see 92 doctors, nursing trainees and paramedical students receive their degrees. After the event, she will depart for Manali around 11:55 a.m. and will remain in the hill station for the following two days.

Vehicle movement curtailed near the Atal Tunnel

Travel to the Atal Tunnel will be temporarily restricted as part of the security protocol. Authorities have announced that vehicular flow toward the tunnel will be stopped from 6 p.m. on 6 October until noon on 7 October. The stretch between Palchan and the Rohtang‑Atal Tunnel entrance will be closed during this period. Motorists are advised to plan alternate routes.

President’s agenda at the Atal Tunnel and Manali

On Wednesday morning, President Murmu will inspect the Atal Tunnel before heading back to Manali. A visit to the nearby Hidimba Temple is also on the schedule. She is expected to leave Himachal Pradesh for Delhi on 8 October.

Emergency department at AIIMS remains fully operational

While the OPD will stay closed for routine care, the emergency wing will continue to function round the clock. Patients already admitted will receive uninterrupted treatment. AIIMS officials have urged anyone needing non‑urgent follow‑ups or regular check‑ups to reschedule their appointments for a later date.

The temporary restrictions are solely intended to facilitate the President’s movements and to ensure a secure environment for all official functions in Bilaspur and Manali.