Frame strategic plan to ease traffic congestion in Sgr, Jmu cities: CS to concerned authorities

Srinagar, Jun 21: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo today directed the concerned authorities to frame strategic plan to ease traffic congestion in Srinagar and Jammu cities.

According to an official press release, he was addressing a meeting of the Multi-Disciplinary Committee on Traffic Management Systems for Jammu and Srinagar. The committee undertook a comprehensive review of the existing traffic challenges and proposed advanced strategies to enhance urban mobility, streamline logistics and improve road safety in both cities.

The Chief Secretary directed for a proper implementation plan with a defined role for every stakeholder involved. He highlighted the importance of such a plan for making the travel experience less cumbersome for both travellers and commuters.

The Chief Secretary asked the Divisional Commissioners to work out such modalities in their respective areas, and subsequently, these are going to be consolidated to frame a well-thought-out strategy for both Jammu and Srinagar. “There is a need to create a web portal defining the actionable points pertaining to different departments so that the role played and progress could be easily tracked in subsequent meetings,” he said.

The key discussions held in the meeting revolved around the need for development of detailed traffic management plans for Srinagar and Jammu by the Traffic Department. The focus was laid on utilising the scientific studies and data analysis to identify alternate routes after incorporating feedback from local authorities, citizens and stakeholders.

A commitment was made to operationalise an efficient traffic management system, including the installation, management and maintenance of traffic signals at key junctions, rotaries and T-points.

Strategies for de-congestion will be implemented in high-footfall and vehicular traffic areas, especially in tourist and pilgrimage zones together by the Traffic and Tourism Departments.