Sonam Norbu, JKAS, Additional District Development Commissioner and Administrator, Municipal Committee, Leh, on January 17 reviewed traffic management issues in urban areas of Leh district during a meeting held at the VC Room, DC Office, Leh, as part of the month-long Road Safety Programme.

The meeting primarily focused on parking management and traffic regulation in municipal and urban areas. Deliberations were held on the introduction of new paid parking facilities, and the Traffic Police and Municipal Committee, Leh, were directed to jointly identify and prepare a list of potential paid parking locations.

Issues related to the allotment of parking areas, traffic challans, and the management of floating traffic zones were discussed in detail. Emphasis was laid on regulating bus movement in urban areas, including proper route planning, identification and implementation of designated bus stops, and strengthening enforcement mechanisms.

The meeting also reviewed the role of recovery trucks in easing congestion and highlighted the need to regulate old vehicles within town limits. Discussions were also held on identifying potential routes for e-buses and addressing parking and operational challenges related to their introduction.

The meeting was attended by Kunzes Dolma, DSP Traffic; Manager Transport, SIDCO Leh; SHO Leh, Manzoor; Executive Officer, Municipal Committee, Leh; and other concerned officials.