Major Traffic Route Changes Announced in Bhatkal Amid NH 66 Construction Work
Police issue new traffic advisory and urge commuters to use alternate routes to avoid congestion in the city.
Bhatkal: In view of the ongoing construction work on National Highway 66, Bhatkal Town Police have introduced major changes to the city’s traffic routes in an effort to maintain smooth vehicle movement and reduce traffic congestion.
According to a press release issued by the Bhatkal Town Police Station, the highway expansion work is progressing rapidly, making it necessary to divert traffic through alternative roads across the town.
Police officials have appealed to residents, drivers, and commuters to cooperate with the new traffic arrangements and follow the revised routes until the highway work is completed.
As per the new traffic guidelines issued by the Police Inspector, vehicles travelling from S Shamsuddin Circle and Bandar Road towards the Lower Market area will now pass through Bandar Road, Eidgah Maidan, Suthar Kere Cross, and then continue via the road in front of the police station.
Similarly, vehicles coming from Marikatta and the Old Bus Stand towards S Shamsuddin Circle must use the route passing through the road in front of the police station, Suthar Kere Cross, Eidgah Maidan, and Bandar Road.
For vehicles heading towards Jali, Jali Kodi, and Jali Beach areas, police have instructed commuters to use the Second Cross Road from Bandar Road.
The police department has also advised the public to avoid using National Highway 66 unless there is an emergency or unavoidable situation. Citizens have been requested to make use of alternative roads until the construction work is fully completed.
Officials said the temporary traffic changes are aimed at preventing traffic jams and ensuring public safety during the highway development work.