Traffic Restored on Bandipora–Gurez Road After Snow Closure The 85-kilometre-long Bandipora–Gurez road was reopened for vehicular traffic on Friday, restoring connectivity between the border town of Gurez and the rest of north Kashmir. Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Gurez said that traffic movement was allowed from Friday morning after authorities assessed the road conditions following recent snowfall. Keeping in view the holy month of Ramadan and the difficulties faced by stranded passengers, the administration has decided to allow two-way traffic on Sunday as a special measure. The official said that traffic from Gurez to Bandipora would be permitted till noon, after which vehicles from Bandipora to Gurez would be allowed to ply. “Till noon, we have allowed traffic from Gurez to Bandipora. After noon, vehicles will be allowed to move from Bandipora towards Gurez,” the SDM said. However, the officer added that from Sunday onwards, only one-way traffic will be permitted on the road due to slippery conditions caused by snow and ice accumulation. The SDM further informed that only vehicles equipped with anti-skid chains are being allowed to pass through Traffic Control Points (TCPs) at Tragbal and Kanzalwan to ensure the safety of commuters. The reopening of the strategic road has brought relief to residents and travelers who had been facing hardships due to its closure.