Rosh Hashanah in Uman: Which Roads Will Be Closed and Where Will Security Be Increased from September 4 to 17
During Rosh Hashanah in Uman, from September 4 to 17, special restrictions on entry, exit, and movement within the city will be in effect.
This was announced by Ihor Taburets, head of the Cherkasy Regional State Administration.
The restrictions will be in place due to the arrival of Hasidic pilgrims in Uman. Similar measures have been implemented in the city in previous years.
Where in Uman will vehicle entry be prohibited?
During the special restrictions period, vehicle entry will be completely prohibited in certain areas.
The ban will apply to the following routes:
- from Highway M-30 to Uman—on Derevyanka Street, near the “Standard Budivelny” LLC facility;
- from the M-30 highway to Uman—on Gorikhov Street;
- from the village of Rodnikovka to Uman—on Pavlova Street.
Both local drivers and those planning to visit Uman during this period should take these restrictions into account.
Where Enhanced Controls Will Be in Effect
In addition to a complete ban on entry on certain routes, enhanced checkpoints will be in place throughout the city.
Enhanced checkpoints will be set up:
- from the M-30 highway onto Derevyanka Street;
- from the M-05 highway onto Yednannya Street;
- from the village of Horodetske in the Palanska Territorial Community — at the intersection of Horodetska Street and Maksym Zaliznyak Street;
- from the M-30 — onto Mykhailivska Street;
- from the M-30 to Vokzalna Street;
- from the village of Rodnikovka in the Palanska Territorial Community — onto Kyivska Street.
Drivers should be prepared for additional checks and possible traffic delays in these areas.
Special traffic arrangements for pilgrims on Vyzvolyteliv Street
A special rule will apply to traffic from the M-05 Kyiv–Odesa highway to Uman on Vyzvolyteliv Street.
This route will be open only to Hasidic pilgrims.
Therefore, other drivers should choose alternative routes in advance.
Restrictions in the pilgrimage district
During Rosh Hashanah, the sale of goods that may pose a safety risk will be prohibited in the pilgrimage district.
Specifically, the following items may not be sold:
- alcohol;
- fireworks;
- pyrotechnics;
- knives;
- other sharp or cutting objects;
- air guns;
- toys that imitate air guns.
These restrictions are intended to reduce the risk of public order disturbances and dangerous situations in places where large crowds gather.
Who Is Affected by the Restrictions
The restrictions apply to:
- local residents;
- visitors to Uman;
- drivers;
- transport operators;
- Hasidic pilgrims;
- business owners operating in the pilgrimage district.
Ihor Taburets urged everyone to take these changes into account in advance and plan their routes accordingly.
Why This Is Important
Rosh Hashanah in Uman attracts a large number of Hasidic pilgrims every year. During this period, the strain on road infrastructure, law enforcement, medical services, and public utilities increases.
Special traffic regulations allow for better control of traffic flows, ensure safe access to the pilgrimage district, and reduce risks in areas with large crowds.