Kulgam, May 31, KNT: Traffic Police Rural Kashmir have announced traffic restrictions and diversions in Kulgam town on June 1 in view of a mega rally scheduled as part of the ongoing anti-drug campaign.
The advisory assumes significance as major routes in Kulgam town will remain closed for several hours, prompting authorities to issue alternate travel plans to minimize inconvenience and ensure smooth traffic management.
According to the advisory issued by Traffic Police Rural Kashmir, vehicular movement from Khudwani Crossing up to Chawalgam Chowk via Laroo Bus Stand and Ganta Ghar, as well as from Sangus Crossing up to Laroo Bypass Crossing via Circle Road Kulgam, shall remain completely suspended from 4:00 am to 3:00 pm on June 1.
Motorists have been advised to avoid unnecessary travel within Kulgam town during the event and follow notified diversions.
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As per the advisory, Anantnag and Srinagar-bound traffic from DH Pora area shall be diverted via Chawalgam Bypass, Pahloo, Kilam and Mirbazar before joining NH-44 toward Anantnag or Srinagar.
Similarly, Kulgam-bound traffic from Srinagar and Anantnag shall be diverted at Wanpoh and Khudwani crossings through Alstop, Mirbazar, Kilam, Pahloo and Chawalgam Bypass up to the cut-off point near Chawalgam Chowk.
Traffic originating from Khudwani and Qaimoh areas and bound for Kulgam shall move through Kaddar Crossing and Bachroo up to the cut-off point near Neel Kamal Laroo, the advisory said.
Traffic Police urged commuters to comply with the restrictions and diversion plans to ensure smooth movement and avoid congestion during the scheduled rally. [KNT]
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