Pedestrians Only Sign
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Shape: Circular (octagonal for Stop, inverted triangle for Give Way) · Colour: White with red border (prohibitory); blue with white symbol (positive mandatory, e.g. compulsory turn, keep left)
This zone or path is reserved exclusively for pedestrians. Vehicles are prohibited.
What It Means
Pedestrian-only zones are designated stretches — often near markets, heritage areas, school entrances, or pedestrian plazas — where motorised vehicles are completely banned. Cyclists may also be excluded depending on local rules. These zones are created to protect pedestrian safety in high-footfall areas. India has pedestrianised several heritage streets and market areas in cities like Delhi (Chandni Chowk), Mumbai, and Bengaluru.
📍 Where You'll See It
At pedestrian precincts, heritage walks, school drop-off zones, certain market streets, and walkways near railway stations.
✅ What You Must Do
Do not enter with any motorised vehicle. Reverse or turn around before the sign. If you see pedestrians ahead on a marked path, yield completely.
⚠️ Common Mistake
Entering on a motorcycle or bicycle assuming the sign only applies to cars.
⚖️ Legal Note
Violation: Sec. 119 / 177 MV Act. Fine: ₹500–₹1,000.
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Other Mandatory Signs
Stop
You must bring your vehicle to a complete halt at the stop line.
Give Way
Yield to all vehicles and pedestrians on the road you are entering.
No Entry
Entry of all vehicles is strictly prohibited in this direction.
Speed Limit 50
The maximum permitted speed on this stretch is 50 km/h.
No Parking
Parking of any vehicle is not permitted in this area.
No Stopping
Neither stopping nor parking is allowed at any time, for any reason.