Snow rush turns into gridlock in Manali-15 kms in 10 hrs
Himachal’s Manali traffic chaos sparks debate with some blaming the government’s unpreparedness, others faulting tourists for ignoring risks while many criticise India’s overall tourism infrastructure. All said a need for better planning is evident.
On the face of it, the. distance between Manali and Patlikuhal is roughly 15km. However, for many, it took more than 10 hours to navigate.
Snow-clearing efforts by NHAI, icy patches and sheer traffic volume rendered the two-lane Kullu-Manali highway unnavigable. Weather stayed largely clear through Saturday and Sunday, but the road did not.
News Edit KV Raman
