Traffic Halted on Srinagar-Poonch Highway Amid Weather Worsening
Srinagar, Mar 18 : Traffic on the Mughal Road was suspended on Wednesday after a fresh spell of snowfall and rainfall occurred at the Pir Ki Gali pass, officials said.
The decision to close the vital artery, which connects the Kashmir Valley with the twin districts of Poonch and Rajouri, was taken keeping in view the safety of commuters.
SSP Traffic Rural, Farooq Qasier, informed that the route has been closed for all kinds of vehicles due to the inclement weather conditions prevailing in the area.
“Keeping in view the safety of passengers, we have decided to suspend traffic on the Mughal Road. No vehicle will be allowed to ply till further notice. Commuters are requested to avoid the route and follow official updates,” the SSP said.
Authorities have advised people to postpone their journey until the road is cleared and declared safe for movement. Officials added that a review of the weather and road conditions would be conducted before any decision is taken to resume traffic. (KNS)
