SRINAGAR: Traffic restrictions will be imposed on parts of Srinagar on Sunday, October 18, for the cycle race ‘Pedal Through Paradise 2026’, organised by Jammu and Kashmir Police, with motorists advised to use alternative routes to avoid inconvenience.
According to an advisory issued by Srinagar Traffic Police, general traffic on Boulevard Road from Lalit Ghat towards Harwan via Shalimar, and from Lalit Ghat to Pandach via Zakura, will remain restricted from 5 am until the event concludes.
The race will follow two routes: Lalit Ghat (Police Golf Course) to Nagbal Chowk via Foreshore Road, and Lalit Ghat to Harwan via Shalimar.
Motorists travelling from Harwan and New Theed have been advised to take the Burzahama–Chandpora–Tailbal–Zakura–Malbagh–Illahibagh–90 Feet Road route to reach their destinations.
Those travelling from Ganderbal and Nagbal towards Lal Chowk should use the 90 Feet Soura Road, the advisory said.
Restrictions will also be enforced at R.M. Bagh Crossing, Badyari, Dalgate, Nishat and Brien Police Station Crossing.
However, vehicles carrying patients in medical emergencies and those heading towards Srinagar Airport will be permitted to use the Foreshore–Dargah–Khanyar Road.
The Traffic Police has urged commuters to avoid unnecessary travel on the affected roads during the event and follow the prescribed diversions.
Parking facilities will be available at Golf Course, Barista, Zabarwan Park and Nehru Park up to Lalit Crossing.
Commuters requiring assistance can contact the Traffic Police Control Room at 103.
