Efforts are underway to restore traffic on the Srinagar-Leh National Highway, according to Muhammad Jaffer Akhoon, Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor of Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Kargil. Akhoon recently visited the Zojila axis to assess the progress of snow clearance works.
During his visit, Akhoon personally evaluated the snow clearance works and inspected the Zojila axis up to Zero Point. He expressed his satisfaction with the speed at which the snow was being cleared and praised the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) and its workers for their mission-oriented approach. Their dedication has resulted in the Zojila axis being open for the longest period this year. Akhoon extended his gratitude to the sub-division administration of Drass, BRO’s Project Vijayak, Project Beacon, and the administration in Ganderbal on the Sonmarg side for their cooperation in making the Zojila axis functional for traffic.
The decision to reopen the Zojila axis will be contingent upon favorable weather conditions. Akhoon also expressed his appreciation for the efforts of Lieutenant Governor Ladakh Brig (Retd) B D Mishra, who directed and worked towards keeping the Zojila axis open for the maximum duration this year.
During the tour, Akhoon was accompanied by Zakir Hussain, Executive Councilor of Education, Councilor Bhimbhat, Abdul Wahid, SDM Drass Vishal Atri, Executive Engineer Mechanical Division, Commanding Officer Project Vijayak, and Deputy SP Traffic.
Efforts to restore traffic on the Srinagar-Leh National Highway are in full swing, with the CEC of LAHDC Kargil overseeing the snow clearance works at the Zojila axis. A testament to the mission-oriented approach of the Border Roads Organisation and its workers, the Zojila axis has been open for an extended period this year. The cooperation of various administrative bodies and the direction from Lieutenant Governor Ladakh Brig (Retd) B D Mishra have been instrumental in maintaining the functionality of the Zojila axis. The decision to reopen the highway will be based on weather conditions.
