Bogotá’s transportation network faced a complex start to the week on Monday, April 20, 2026. Commuters navigated a combination of standard regulatory restrictions and a series of unplanned disruptions, including public demonstrations and multiple traffic accidents across several localities.
Traffic Restrictions and Regulatory Measures
The Secretaría Distrital de Movilidad (SDM) implemented the “pico y placa” measure to manage vehicle volume. For private vehicles, those with license plates ending in 6, 7, 8, 9, and 0 were permitted to circulate from 6:00 a.m. To 9:00 p.m.
Taxis operated under a different schedule, with vehicles ending in 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 0 allowed on the roads from 5:30 a.m. To 9:00 p.m. Users seeking exemptions from these restrictions may register for the “Pico y Placa Solidario” via the SDM website to pay for unrestricted use of their vehicles.
Active Disruptions and Road Incidents
Public order issues contributed to congestion in the city center. A manifestation at Calle 34 and Transversal 29 resulted in intermittent blockages of the mixed lane, requiring the “Grupo Guía” to monitor conditions and manage traffic to minimize the impact on the sector.
Simultaneously, several accidents strained the city’s main arteries. In Engativá, a truck collided with a separator on Av. El Dorado (Calle 26) at Carrera 69; however, the road was later cleared by a tow truck, normalizing the flow. In Antonio Nariño, a collision between a tractocamión and a motorcyclist at Carrera 10 and Calle 1 led authorities to suggest Av. Circunvalar and NQS as alternative routes.
Further complications were reported on the Autopista Sur, where two separate accidents occurred: one involving a car and a motorcyclist at Carrera 72D, and another between a bus and a motorcyclist at Carrera 64. A collision between a truck and a motorcyclist at kilometer 1 of the Bogotá-La Calera road caused slow traffic before the “Grupo Guía” cleared the corridor.
Environmental and Public Transit Updates
In the locality of Suba, the fall of a tree at Carrera 111 and Calle 136 caused restricted passage. Bomberos Bogotá was deployed to the scene to remove the debris and reopen the road.
Regarding public transit, TransMilenio began its operations normally at 4:00 a.m., with all routes functioning as scheduled to facilitate the morning commute.
Potential Outlook
Traffic conditions may remain volatile if the manifestation at Calle 34 continues to implement intermittent blockages. The high frequency of accidents involving motorcyclists on the Autopista Sur and the Bogotá-La Calera road suggests that congestion in these corridors could persist throughout the day.
The effectiveness of the “Grupo Guía” in redirecting traffic to alternative routes like the NQS and Av. Circunvalar will likely determine how quickly the city recovers from these combined disruptions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which private vehicles were allowed to circulate on Monday, April 20?
Private vehicles with license plates ending in 6, 7, 8, 9, and 0 were permitted to circulate between 6:00 a.m. And 9:00 p.m.
Where was the manifestation causing traffic blockages?
The manifestation took place at Calle 34 with Transversal 29, causing intermittent blockages of the mixed lane.
What alternative routes were suggested for the accident at Carrera 10?
Authorities suggested using Av. Circunvalar and NQS as alternative routes to avoid the accident site at Carrera 10 and Calle 1.
How do you typically adjust your commute when multiple road blockages occur simultaneously in the city?
