Amarnath Yatra: Mughal Road becomes sole route for tankers, empty vehicles

SRINAGAR — In view of the forth-coming Amarnath Yatra, all the tankers and empty vehicles from Jammu will be allowed via Mughal road only.

An order issued by Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Bidhuri said the downside movement of fruit-laden trucks and other vehicles is being hampered and requires to be given priority.

“In view of the forthcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2023 and taking into account the condition of National Highway-44, besides, the erratic weather which is leading to frequent landslide and shooting stones. The downside movement of fruit-laden trucks and other vehicles is being hampered and requires to be given priority,” the order reads.

Accordingly, all tankers of Petrol, Diesel and LPG bulk gas; all empty LPG cylinder carrying trucks; all empty vehicles of FCI and any other vehicle having up to 10-tyres while returning to Jammu shall only use Mughal Road.

“In view of the above, you are enjoined up to impress upon the concerned to follow directions immediately. The Mughal Road will remain open for vehicular traffic from morning 6.00 AM to 6.00 PM,” the order reads.

“Any violation of the same may attract punitive action from Traffic Police. Action taken report shall reach immediately,” the order reads.