The main highway of the Neelum Valley has been disrupted by a massive rockfall near Shaikh Bela, leaving tourists and local residents stranded amidst mounting travel difficulties.
Kel Shaikh Bela, a renowned tourist destination in the Neelum Valley, has long been at risk to landslides, with the latest incident heightening existing concerns.
The blockade has severed vital ground connections to the district headquarters of the upper regions, worsening the isolation felt by residents and travelers alike.
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The main highway has not yet been restored, despite the severity of the situation. Authorities have yet to take sufficient steps to clear the debris and reopen the crucial thoroughfare.
The blockade has left tourists and locals alike grappling with major travel challenges, with no immediate resolution in sight.
As the situation unfolds, residents and travelers are left anxiously awaiting updates on when normal travel operations can resume in the Neelum Valley.