Traffic woes mount in Srinagar city

Srinagar: Amidst the ongoing holy month of Ramadan, the traffic congestion in Srinagar has worsened, making commuting a daily ordeal for residents.
Key routes across the city, particularly during peak morning and evening hours, remain clogged with vehicles, leaving commuters frustrated and urging authorities to find a solution.
Locals in several parts of uptown Srinagar alleged that major stretches, including Batmaloo to MA Road and MA Road to Dalgate, witness severe gridlocks between 3 PM and 6 PM, making it difficult for people to navigate through the city.
They said that similar congestion is reported during the morning rush hours between 9 AM and 10 AM, particularly from Pantha Chowk to Dalgate, Karan Nagar, and other major arteries.
“The situation is getting worse, especially in the evenings when everyone is rushing home to break their fast. The roads are jam-packed, and it takes twice the usual time to reach our destinations,” said Adil Ahmad, a commuter.
Another local, Faisal Hussain, said Srinagar’s growing traffic problems demand immediate intervention. “Authorities must come up with a proper traffic management plan. The increasing number of vehicles and poor regulation are making it unbearable for daily commuters,” he said.
Notably, residents are urging traffic department to take urgent steps to ease congestion, such as better traffic regulation, alternative routes, and stricter enforcement of parking rules.