Sopore, Apr 11 (KNO): Authorities in Sopore have rolled out a one-way traffic system in the town following rising congestion and public demand for smoother vehicular movement.
An order issued by the Additional District Magistrate Sopore, as per the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) states that the one way system has come into force with immediate effect within municipal limits. The move follows similar traffic regulation measures implemented earlier in Baramulla town.
As per the order, traffic will move one way from Ghanta Ghar to Shah Dargah Crossing via Main Chowk. In the return direction, vehicles will ply from Degree College to Iqbal Market via Ghanta Ghar.
To ensure implementation, the Municipal Council Sopore has been directed to install barricades and signages at key junctions and deploy officials on ground. Street vending has been restricted along the Ghanta Ghar to Shah Dargah stretch to prevent obstruction.
Police and civil administration have also been tasked with strict monitoring. The SDPO Sopore and DySP Traffic Baramulla will oversee deployment of traffic personnel, while magistrates will be stationed at major junctions to maintain law and order.
The order further bars entry of heavy vehicles into the town between 8 am and 7 pm. Buses operating towards Kupwara, Bandipora and Srinagar have been directed to use the bypass route. Authorities have also prohibited illegal Sumo stands on main roads.
Officials said the arrangement is being implemented on a trial basis from April 12 to April 15, after which a review will be conducted. Public feedback has been invited to improve the system—(KNO)