22 Km Of Neglect: Key Shopian Road Turns Nightmare For Commuters

(MENAFN- Kashmir Observer) Shopian- The narrow road connecting Shopian to Aglar through Trenz, a stretch that links more than twenty villages, has become almost impossible to travel.

The 22-kilometer route, vital for daily commuting, transporting goods, and emergency services, lies in ruins.

Deep potholes and crumbling asphalt turn into pools of water when it rains, making it dangerous for vehicles and pedestrians alike.

For the people who live along this road - in villages like Trenz, Chitragam, Pahno, and Turkwangam - the road's condition isn't just an inconvenience. It has become a barrier.

During the rainy season, some villages are nearly cut off, making it harder to reach hospitals, schools, and markets. Local farmers struggle to move their produce on time, and during harvest season, traffic jams choke the road for hours near the IGC Lassipora area, where vehicles barely inch forward.

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The situation has drawn the attention of lawmakers. In the most recent Jammu and Kashmir Assembly session, several elected representatives raised the issue, pressing for immediate repairs.

The Minister for Roads and Buildings and the Chief Minister assured the house that the work would begin once the weather improved. But with summer already here, there has been no sign of repair crews or equipment on the road.

Imran Dar, who lives in Trenz, said,“Every election we hear promises about fixing this road. Every year, it just gets worse. Ambulances avoid this route, school buses take longer detours, and farmers lose precious time transporting their crops. How much longer do we have to wait?”

Local panchayat leaders and community groups warn that if repairs don't start soon, protests may be unavoidable.

One sarpanch explained,“This road is more than just a way to get from one place to another. It is our lifeline. Ignoring its state is not just neglect; it is denying us the right to basic mobility and development.”

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