‘Snow clearance efforts underway, progress hindered by relentless weather conditions’:File Photo
Bandipora, Jan 02: Heavy snowfall blanketed Gurez Valley in Bandipora district on Thursday, disrupting daily life and forcing the closure of the Gurez-Bandipora road to all traffic.
Officials told the news agency — JKNS the region received approximately six inches of fresh snow, with ongoing precipitation expected to increase the total accumulation.
They said the snowfall affected key areas such as Dawar, Kanzalwan, Kilshay, and Tulail, leaving the valley under a thick white blanket. Strong winds accompanying the snowfall made travel conditions treacherous, prompting authorities to halt all vehicular movement along the Gurez-Bandipora route.
“Snowfall, coupled with strong winds, has made road travel extremely hazardous, and the area continues to experience heavy precipitation,” they said.
Moreover, in response, snow clearance machinery has been deployed to restore connectivity within the valley, though progress remains slow due to the persistent adverse weather.
Notably, harsh winter conditions have left residents struggling, with normal life coming to a standstill. Authorities have urged people to remain indoors and avoid unnecessary travel until the weather improves.—(JKNS)
