The Magh Mela area has been declared a no-vehicle zone starting Thursday evening to manage traffic and crowds for the upcoming Mela, which begins Saturday with the Paush Purnima bathing. Only emergency vehicles will be allowed entry. Dedicated pedestrian routes and a one-way system on pontoon bridges are in place. Parking is arranged at Parade Ground, Jhunsi, and Arail, with pilgrims directed to use marked walking paths to bathing ghats to prevent congestion.