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ISLAMABAD, Jan 24 (APP):The National Highway Authority (NHA) has successfully maintained the connectivity of national highways across the country despite challenges posed by heavy snowfall and an unprecedented influx of tourists.
Through proactive measures and round-the-clock field operations, the Authority has ensured that major travel arteries remain safe and accessible for the general public, said a press release on Saturday.
In the regions of Murree and Galiyat, the NHA staff and heavy machinery remained mobilized day and night to counter the effects of continuous snowfall. Despite the extraordinary rush of tourists, the Murree Expressway was kept open for all types of traffic. To prevent accidents caused by slippery road surfaces, teams conducted regular salt sprinkling operations, successfully maintaining smooth traffic flow and ensuring the safety of travelers.
Regarding regional updates, the NHA confirmed that all national highways in Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, and the Northern Areas are now fully clear for traffic. Significant progress has been made on the N-25 at Khojak Top and the N-50 between Kan Mehtarzai and Muslim Bagh, where road access has been completely restored for commuters.
In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, while the majority of the provincial road network is clear, intensive clearance activities are ongoing on the N-145 (Chitral–Garam Chashma Road). Currently, the section from Chitral to Rogee is open for one-way traffic, while teams work tirelessly to clear multiple avalanches that occurred between Km 31 and 33. While the stretch from Makardu to Gabor is fully restored, work continues on the Gabor–Saslaim section to clear remaining blockages.