Sopore, Mar 19: Authorities on Thursday issued a traffic advisory for Sopore town ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr prayers, citing continuous rainfall and forecast of further inclement weather.
As per the advisory, Eid congregational prayers will not be held at Eidgah Noorgah this year. The decision follows announcements by Auqaf committees managing Jamia Masjid Sopore and Khanqah-e-Moula Sopore, where major gatherings are expected instead.
Officials said both locations lie in the congested core of Sopore town and have limited parking space. Traffic restrictions and diversions have been put in place to prevent congestion and ensure smooth movement.
According to the plan, traffic from Chinkipora, Arampora and Shalpora will not be allowed beyond Shalpora Chowk towards the main town centre. Commuters from Iqbal Market side will be stopped at the Clock Tower, while vehicles from Degree College crossing will not be permitted towards the main chowk via Shah Dargah.
Traffic from Tarzoo and Ningli will be diverted through Sofi Akbar Road. Movement towards Hathishah Bridge has been restricted, with the route reserved for emergency vehicles.
Similarly, no general traffic will be allowed from Chankhan Bridge towards Khanqah-e-Moula and Hathishah, with the stretch declared a no-parking zone.
Authorities have advised all heavy and light motor vehicles to use the bypass road for travel towards Srinagar, Kupwara and Bandipora. Designated parking areas have been identified at Bus Stand Sopore, Shah Dargah and other roadside locations.
Officials urged people to avoid unnecessary vehicular movement towards prayer venues and prefer walking to ease congestion. They also appealed to the public to cooperate with police and volunteers to ensure the smooth conduct of Eid prayers—(KNO)
