Traffic Chaos at Gazali Market Raises Questions Over Thanamandi Administration ;Locals blame illegal parking and poor regulation; demand immediate intervention from authorities

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THANNAMANDI OCT 08:-Severe traffic congestion was witnessed today in the Gazali Market area on the Thanamandi–Shahdra Sharif road, near the Primary Health Centre and the office of the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM). The gridlock brought movement to a standstill for hours, causing immense inconvenience to commuters and pedestrians alike.

Locals expressed anger over the frequent traffic jams in the area, alleging that the situation has worsened due to illegal parking of Tempos and Matadors along the narrow stretch of the main road. Despite the heavy rush and regular chaos, residents say no effective traffic management or monitoring is being carried out by the concerned authorities.

“Every day, patients, students, and office-goers face unnecessary delays. The administration and traffic police seem completely indifferent,” said a local shopkeeper.

Citizens urged the Thanamandi administration and traffic department to take immediate corrective measures, including removal of illegally parked vehicles, deployment of traffic personnel, and proper regulation of public transport stands.

The recurring issue, residents said, puts a big question mark on the efficiency of local governance and enforcement in maintaining order within the town.