Budgam, May 07: Authorities in central Kashmir’s Budgam district have ordered diversion and restriction of vehicular traffic on the Narbal-Wadwan road after damage to the approach slab of a bridge near the playground at Narbal, officials said.
According to an order issued by Tehsildar and Executive Magistrate 1st Class Narbal, Umer Bashir, the damaged portion of the bridge was found unsafe for smooth vehicular movement and posed a threat to public safety.
The order, according to Kashmir Dot Com, said the Assistant Executive Engineer, R&B Sub Division Beerwah, had informed the administration that the deteriorated condition of the approach slab could lead to untoward incidents if immediate preventive measures were not taken.
“In the interest of public safety and convenience, movement of vehicular traffic over the bridge near Playground Narbal shall remain restricted/diverted via Yarigund–Kawoosa NTR with immediate effect for a period of 15 days,” the order reads.
The restriction will remain in force till May 23, 2026, or until restoration work is completed and the bridge is declared safe by the concerned engineering authorities.
Officials said the R&B department has been directed to install barricades, warning signboards and other safety measures at the site, while police and traffic authorities have been asked to regulate traffic and ensure smooth diversion in the area. (KDC)
