The vehicular traffic on Jammu-Srinagar National Highway between Chenani Na and Jawahar Tunnel remained suspended for the 12th consecutive Friday, sparking strong reaction from people who demanded revocation of the order banning highway traffic on Fridays.
Jammu and Kashmir Traffic Police Headquarters Srinagar had issued an order restricting vehicular traffic movement on either side of the highway from October 16 to November 30, 2020, to carry out necessary repairs and maintenance of the road.
However, the administration issued a fresh order extending the ban on movement of vehicular traffic every Friday.
In case of emergency, people have been asked to contact the traffic control units of Jammu, Srinagar, Ramban and Udhampur.
People from all sections of the society especially government employees, students, and traders have expressed concern over the restriction saying it severely hampered their routine.