Traffic on Gurez-Bandipora road suspended amid snowfall
Srinagar: Several parts Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir received snowfall on Thursday morning, leading to the suspension of traffic on the Gurez-Bandipora road.
According to Kashmir Media Service, an official told the media that snowfall began early in the morning in Gurez and surrounding areas. As the intensity increased, authorities decided to close the Gurez-Bandipora road to ensure the safety of travelers.
“Movement on the Gurez-Bandipora road shall remain suspended until further orders,” the official said, adding that snow clearance operations will begin as soon as weather conditions improve.
Meanwhile, other higher reaches of Kashmir, including Achabal in Islamabad district, are also experiencing light to moderate snowfall. Residents have been advised to avoid unnecessary travel in affected areas.
The meteorological department has forecast snowfall in the higher reaches of Kashmir, with the possibility of rain in some lower areas over the next 24 hours.
