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From crash barriers to designated parking spots, Shimla gears up to tackle tourist rush
Hindustan Times Chandigarh
|December 17, 2024
●■ More than 5 lakh vehicles are expected in the city...traffic system was discussed from Dec 20 to January 20, 2025 Shimla deputy commissioner
SHIMLA: From installing crash barriers to designated parking spaces, deploying additional police and home guards and running special campaign for food safety, is how the Shimla administration is gearing up for tourist influx.
Shimla administration is anticipating the arrival of more than 5 lakh vehicles in city from December 20 to January 20.
"Crash barriers and other safety measures will be taken at Chaupal, Rampur and Shimla city and adjoining places where most road accidents occur. Instructions have been given to make proposals at ₹40 lakh per area in all three areas. These three proposals will be sent to the government within a week," said Shimla deputy commissioner Anupam Kashyap after presiding over a special meeting regarding traffic arrangements and preparations in winter on Monday.
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