Traffic restrictions imposed on Borkhola to Kalain Road to ensure public safety

way2barak, June 9: The District Administration has issued an order restricting the movement of heavily loaded vehicles on the Borkhola to Kalain Road in view of the continuous deterioration of the road condition caused by incessant rainfall and the regular movement of overloaded commercial vehicles.

As a precautionary measure to safeguard road users and prevent further damage to the roadway, only vehicles with a maximum gross laden weight of up to 20 metric tonnes (MT) will be permitted to ply on the stretch from Borkhola at Mahasadak to Khambarbazar point on the Silchar Kalain Road. The restriction shall apply to all categories of vehicles operating along the affected route.

The decision has been taken in the interest of public safety and to ensure the smooth and secure movement of traffic in the area. The order will remain in force until further notification.

The District Administration regrets the inconvenience caused to commuters and transport operators and seeks the cooperation of all concerned in the larger interest of public safety.

This is stated in a press release issued by Regional office of Information & Public Relations Barak valley Zone Silchar Assam.