SMC Commissioner Reviews Compliance with MDC Directions to Improve Traffic Management in Srinagar
SRINAGAR, OCTOBER 14: Commissioner, Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC), and Chief Executive Officer, Srinagar Smart City Limited (SSCL), Dr. Basharat Qayoom, today chaired a review meeting to assess compliance with the directions issued by the Multi-Disciplinary Committee (MDC) on traffic management, road infrastructure and urban mobility in Srinagar.
The meeting reviewed progress on key action points arising from the MDC directions, identified issues requiring intervention and emphasised coordinated efforts among the concerned agencies to ensure effective implementation.
The meeting was attended by the Joint Commissioner, R&E, SMC, who is also the Additional Chief Executive Officer, SSCL; Chief Engineer, SSCL; Joint Commissioner, Works, SMC; General Manager, Public Transport Operations (PTO), SSCL; Executive Engineer, City Roads, SMC; Executive Engineer, SSCL; and General Manager, Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC), SSCL.
During the meeting, a comprehensive assessment was undertaken of major traffic management challenges under the MDC framework, with particular focus on traffic congestion, road infrastructure, junction improvements, traffic circulation, road-user safety, inter-agency coordination and the effective use of technology-driven solutions to improve urban mobility.
The deliberations also covered the strengthening of IT-based parking management systems, development of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, establishment of an effective Traffic Control Room, and systematic development and upgradation of bus stops.
These measures aim to improve parking management, promote sustainable mobility, strengthen real-time traffic monitoring and enhance public transport infrastructure across Srinagar.
Dr. Qayoom stressed the importance of ensuring timely and effective compliance with MDC directions through coordinated action, clearly defined responsibilities and result-oriented interventions.
The meeting also focused on identifying existing gaps, addressing operational challenges and formulating practical measures to streamline traffic movement and improve the overall efficiency of the city's transport network.
Special emphasis was laid on the effective utilisation of Intelligent Traffic Management Systems (ITMS), real-time surveillance, ICCC infrastructure and other smart mobility solutions to facilitate efficient traffic monitoring, improve junction management and strengthen coordination among the concerned agencies.
The meeting underscored the need for a structured, coordinated and accountable approach to implementing MDC directions, ensuring that identified traffic management challenges are addressed through effective planning, institutional coordination and technology-enabled interventions.
The initiative reflects the commitment of SMC and SSCL to strengthening traffic management mechanisms, promoting sustainable transport solutions, improving road safety and facilitating safer, smoother and more efficient movement for residents and commuters across Srinagar. ANB
