Daily Hassles for Commuters as Uri-Bla Road Widening Drags On

The widening of the Uri-Baramulla road into two lanes has turned into a daily ordeal for residents and commuters, who have faced persistent traffic jams, dust pollution, and rising environmental concerns for the past year.

- Agencies

Locals blame poor planning and mismanagement for the ongoing issues. Despite the road being a key route in north Kashmir, residents say the project suffers from a lack of manpower and oversight, leading to frequent delays and traffic snarls. “Every day, we're stuck in traffic for hours. There's no proper traffic regulation,” Ali Mohammad, a resident of Uri said. He added that irregular work zones and a lack of staff during rush hours slow down vehicles to a crawl.