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Jammu & Kashmir IGP Reviews Diwali Traffic Plans Amid Winter Readiness
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 06 Nov 2026, 05:38 PM
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The Inspector General of Police in Jammu & Kashmir has inspected traffic arrangements for the upcoming Diwali celebrations and outlined measures to cope with expected winter conditions.
The Inspector General of Police (IGP) of Jammu & Kashmir visited key junctions across the state to review traffic plans for the Diwali festival. He emphasized the need for coordinated traffic control, increased police presence, and clear signage to manage the surge in vehicular movement. In addition, the IGP outlined winter preparedness measures, including road maintenance schedules, emergency response protocols, and public awareness campaigns to mitigate risks posed by low temperatures and snowfall. Officials assured residents that the state’s transport and police departments would work together to ensure safe and smooth traffic flow during the festive season and the forthcoming winter months. The review is part of the state’s broader strategy to enhance public safety and infrastructure resilience.