From the archive record
A congested road carries heavy vehicular traffic in New Delhi near the AIIMS and Safdarjung Hospital area. A red Maruti Suzuki S-Presso travels along a curved lane beside a dark SUV, while cars, auto-rickshaws and vans fill the road farther ahead. Blue directional signage for Safdarjung Hospital is visible among the traffic, along with a “Horn Prohibited” road sign. A black-and-white crash barrier lines the roadway, while trees and high-rise residential buildings appear in the background. The scene shows everyday traffic congestion and road activity in the AIIMS-Safdarjung area of New Delhi.