Thousands of tribals from Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, Assam and districts of West Bengal congregated at the Rani Rashmoni Avenue in the heart of the city demanding recognition of Sarna religion by the Centre.
Their processions affected the Friday morning traffic in the city, which is already in the festive mode ahead of Durga Puja. The tribals entered the city mostly from Howrah station, which is across the river, creating congestion on it and in the central Kolkata, police said.
There were more commuters on the city's streets as Friday is the last working day before Durga Puja holidays and steps were to ensure traffic movement which affected for over 45 minutes in some areas.
(With PTI inputs)
