NARAN: The district administration in Naran has issued a travel advisory for tourists, commuters and transport operators heading to Babusar Top, warning of hazardous conditions due to continuous snowfall in the area.
As per the advisory, constant snowfall is posing dangers to travel through the area, leading to slushy roads, slow-moving traffic, and considerable disruption in transportation facilities from various points on the way.
It was informed that currently the entire route had become unidirectional for traffic movement, as the intensity of snowfall increased after 6 p.m., making the journey extremely difficult and at times almost impossible to undertake.
Further, the administration has also highlighted the danger posed by the snowfall in the mountainous areas, with a fall of snow and other natural calamities like glacial melting, rock fall, and landslide, posing hazards to lives and property of people.
Travellers and tourists have been advised against unnecessary travel in light of the prevailing situation in the area.
In addition to this, it is important that people take instructions from the administration regarding this situation and act accordingly.
The Babusar Pass is a tourist attraction which connects Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan. This place faces difficult climatic situations due to excessive snowfall in some areas.
Motorway Police issues special travel advisory
Meanwhile, the National Highways and Motorway Police (NHMP) has issued a special travel advisory for motorists as traffic volume is expected to increase on motorways and national highways following the conclusion of Eid-ul-Azha holidays.
According to NHMP spokesperson, drivers have been asked to maintain lane discipline, keep speed limits, wear seat belt properly throughout their trip to avoid road mishaps.
It was stated in the traffic advisory that the drivers must stay completely focused during the driving process and should not drive in case they are feeling tired.
Travelers have been told to get enough rest before going for long trips and if they feel tired during trips then they should stop at specified resting areas.
Due to prevailing hot weather in several regions of the country, it is also suggested by the motorway police to carry drinking water to avoid dehydration.
It was also pointed out in the advisory that it is necessary to keep road users safe and ensure smooth traffic on roads.
People having any queries regarding the traffic on motorways and national highways are requested to dial NHMP helpline number 130 or visit official social media page of NHMP or listen to FM 95 channel.
The motorway police reiterated its commitment to ensuring safe and secure travel on the country’s road network and urged citizens to cooperate by following traffic laws and safety guidelines.
