Ghizer (Kamran Ali) : The prolonged closure of the Gahkuch–Tali Das main road has created serious difficulties for the people of the region. Due to the damaged and blocked routes, residents and transporters are struggling to continue their daily activities.
Essential food supplies are running short in the upper areas, and the prices of basic goods have sharply increased. The people are urging the authorities to take immediate steps for road restoration to ensure smooth transportation before the harsh winter season begins.
Because of the blocked road, many local markets are facing shortages of essential items such as flour, rice, and cooking oil. Transporters have been unable to deliver supplies to remote areas, resulting in a significant increase in costs.
Locals say that children are unable to reach schools easily, and patients face serious challenges in accessing hospitals and emergency services.
A meeting was recently held at the Gupis Headquarter that included representatives from the Transport Union, Bazaar Committees, and other local stakeholders. After detailed discussions, community leader Aslam Inqalabi announced that the government has been given a deadline until November 12 to restore the roads and address the region’s key issues.
He added that if the authorities fail to take practical action by the deadline, the people will launch a peaceful protest movement across the Ghizer district.
According to Aslam Inqalabi, the movement will begin with a one-day shutter-down and wheel-jam strike. Later, public gatherings will be organized in all sub-division headquarters including Gupis, Phander, and Yasin to raise awareness about the situation.
He emphasized that the protests will remain peaceful and organized, and all activities will be carried out in consultation with the local committees and unions.
If the government still fails to take notice, residents have announced a plan for a long march from Darkut to Tali Das. The march will conclude with a sit-in (dharna) at Supil Wei, which will continue until the people’s demands are addressed.
Community representatives stated that they do not wish for confrontation, but only for the government to act promptly for the well-being of the local population.
Meanwhile, a hunger strike has already started at the Gupis Headquarter, where several participants have vowed to continue until November 12.
They expressed that their protest will remain peaceful and will only end once the authorities take solid steps toward repairing the roads and ensuring the delivery of basic necessities.
Local residents have called upon the government to prioritize the repair of the Gahkuch–Tali Das road. Restoring the main highway will not only ease transport and reduce prices but will also improve access to education, healthcare, and trade.
They emphasized that cooperation between local communities, government departments, and transport associations is vital for sustainable progress and improved living conditions in Ghizer.
The closure of the Gahkuch–Tali Das main road has severely impacted daily life in Ghizer. As food shortages and inflation worsen, the people are demanding quick government action to restore road access and ensure fair transportation of goods.
Resolving this issue will help bring stability to the region and restore public confidence in the local administration.
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