Srinagar, Oct 25: Traffic Police City Srinagar on Sunday said it managed traffic efficiently during the Kashmir Marathon 3.0 while ensuring smooth movement for candidates appearing in the Jammu and Kashmir State Eligibility Test (JKSET).

Officials said advance traffic advisories were issued to inform the public about restrictions and diversions. The department also coordinated with the University of Kashmir to facilitate candidates travelling to examination centres.

As part of the phased traffic management plan, M.A. Road was reopened to regular traffic by 8:30 am. Movement was also allowed from Mamta Chowk, Jahangir Chowk, Ikhwan Chowk and Radio Kashmir Crossing around the same time.

Traffic on Boulevard Road towards Nishat was restored at 10:15 am, with some JKSET candidates permitted to travel from Nishat towards Dalgate. The diversion at Habak Crossing towards Nishat was lifted at 11:45 am.

Traffic Police said temporary restrictions were imposed in phases to ensure the safe conduct of the international sporting event while minimising inconvenience to commuters and examination candidates.

Personnel remained deployed on roads to regulate traffic, assist aspirants and maintain smooth movement for the general public, officials said.

The department reiterated its commitment to managing major events through advance planning and coordination while ensuring that routine public movement remains as smooth as possible.