Baramulla, Mar 29: Authorities in Baramulla town have introduced a new traffic plan aimed at easing congestion and ensuring smoother vehicular movement across the busy township. The plan, implemented under the supervision of the Assistant Regional Transport Office (ARTO) Baramulla, involves the installation of barricades at key junctions and the creation of diversion routes to regulate traffic flow more effectively.

Speaking to Daily Brighter Kashmir, the ARTO Baramulla said that traffic diversions are meant to streamline movement and reduce congestion in town. He explained that the new measures are designed to bring discipline to the growing traffic in Baramulla and to make commuting safer and more organized for both drivers and pedestrians.
The plan includes restrictions on the entry of heavy vehicles during peak hours, deployment of traffic personnel at sensitive points, and the introduction of designated diversion routes to reduce pressure on the central market and adjoining areas. Barricades have been placed at busy intersections to prevent haphazard movement and to ensure that vehicles follow the designated paths.
Residents of Baramulla have expressed cautious optimism about the initiative. Many commuters welcomed the move, noting that traffic jams had become a daily ordeal in the town, particularly in the central market. Shopkeepers and traders, while supportive of the idea, raised concerns about accessibility for customers but acknowledged that the plan was necessary to bring order to the town’s traffic system. Local transporters also voiced support, stating that smoother traffic flow would benefit both passengers and drivers, though they urged authorities to remain flexible and adjust diversions based on ground realities.
Officials have assured that the traffic department will closely monitor the effectiveness of the plan in the coming weeks and make adjustments based on feedback from the public. The ARTO emphasized that the ultimate goal is to reduce travel time, enhance road safety, and make Baramulla’s roads more commuter-friendly.
Baramulla, one of the busiest towns in north Kashmir, has witnessed a steady rise in vehicular traffic in recent years. The new traffic plan is seen as a proactive measure to address the challenges of congestion and urban mobility. Authorities believe that with cooperation from the public, the initiative will pave the way for a more disciplined and efficient traffic system in the town.