Urgent Action Required to Clear Jammu-Srinagar Highway for Heavy Vehicles

Nitin Gadkari reviewed the state of the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, closed for heavy vehicles after severe weather damage. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah stressed the importance of clearing heavy vehicle traffic to support fruit harvest while delaying non-essential roadworks. Gadkari promised to prioritize clearing the transport backlog.

The Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, held a crucial meeting to assess the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway's condition, which has been severely impacted by recent heavy rains and flash floods in Jammu and Kashmir.

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, participating virtually, highlighted the pressing issues faced by local fruit growers due to the highway's closure, urging a swift resolution to allow the passage of heavy vehicles vital for the region's economy.

Emphasizing the economic repercussions, Abdullah requested deferral of non-essential roadworks until the backlog of heavy vehicle traffic is completely cleared. Gadkari assured prioritization of these concerns, aiming to resume normal traffic flow promptly.

(With inputs from agencies.)