Mian Altaf seeks priority passage for fruit-laden trucks on NH-44

Srinagar, Jul 31: National Conference Member of Parliament Mian Altaf Ahmad on Friday urged the Jammu and Kashmir administration and the Traffic Police to ensure uninterrupted and priority movement of fruit-laden trucks on the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway (NH-44), saying recurring traffic disruptions were inflicting heavy losses on the horticulture sector.
The MP expressed concern over repeated interruptions on the highway, saying the transportation of perishable horticultural produce should be accorded priority.
“Recurring traffic disruptions on the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway (NH-44), the administration and the Traffic Police must ensure uninterrupted and prioritised passage of fruit-laden trucks. Delays along the NH-44 result in severe economic losses for local dealers due to the perishable nature of the produce,” Mian Altaf said.
He urged the authorities to put in place effective traffic management measures to facilitate the smooth movement of fruit-loaded vehicles, particularly during the peak apple transportation season.
The appeal comes amid growing concern among political leaders and fruit growers over delays in the movement of apple-laden trucks on the national highway. [KNT]