The decision was taken following a request from the Officer Commanding of the 53 Road Construction Company (GREF), Project Beacon, in connection with the widening and strengthening of the highway.

As per the traffic arrangement, the Rajerwani stretch will remain partially closed from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM on October 23 and 24. On October 25, both the NS Bridge and Rajerwani stretches will remain closed from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

During the restricted hours on October 23 and 24, Army convoys and emergency vehicles, including ambulances, will be allowed to pass on priority, subject to safety conditions.

Authorities have announced alternative routes for commuters during the closure period. On October 23 and 24, traffic will be diverted via Uri, Lagama, Bandi, Paranpillan, Dawaran and Gingle, and vice versa.

On October 25, commuters will be required to use the route via Uri, Salamabad, Dachi, Paranpillan, Dawaran and Gingle, in both directions.

The Officer Commanding, 53 RCC (GREF), and the executing agency have been directed to ensure proper traffic regulation, deploy adequate personnel, install signboards and implement necessary safety measures throughout the work.

Commuters have been advised to plan their journeys accordingly and follow the prescribed diversions to avoid inconvenience.