Kupwara, Apr 7: The district administration on Tuesday restored the link road to Mandian village in the Keran sector of north Kashmir’s Kupwara district. Earlier a news report was published in this newspaper highlighted the prolonged blockade. Over 200 households in Mundian village had been suffering badly due to blockade of road which remained closed for over a month. Following the issue was highlighted, district administration Kupwaramobilised men and machinery to clear the road.
A senior official told Greater Kashmir that the road has now been made motorable, bringing much-needed relief to the affected population. Residents welcomed the swift action, expressing gratitude to the administration for addressing their concerns. “The reopening of the road has eased our daily life and restored connectivity with nearby areas. However, authorities should implement long-term measures to prevent recurring landslides, particularly during periods of heavy rainfall, to ensure uninterrupted access in the future,” said Mumtaz Ahmad Khoja.
