Srinagar, Dec 01, KNT: Deputy Commissioner Srinagar Akshay Labroo on Monday visited several congested zones around SMHS Hospital and the Super Specialty Hospital to assess parking arrangements and traffic flow in the area.
The DC toured Suner Kul Bund and Shreen-Bagh and interacted with traffic personnel and officials of the civil administration to take stock of the measures put in place to ease congestion around the major healthcare facilities.
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The Deputy Commissioner said that his visit focused on identifying bottlenecks, regulating roadside parking and improving movement of ambulances and emergency vehicles. The DC also assessed the effectiveness of diversion plans and temporary parking arrangements that have been rolled out in recent weeks to reduce pressure on hospital-adjacent roads.
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The DC also sought ground feedback from enforcement staff and directed officials to plug gaps in the existing system, particularly during peak hours when patient inflow increases. Emphasis was laid on preventing illegal parking and ensuring smooth access for critical medical services.
Officials said further administrative steps are being worked out to streamline parking and improve pedestrian safety around the hospital belt. [KNT]
