Hundreds of commuters faced severe inconvenience in Shimla on Tuesday after a road blockade by advocates triggered massive traffic congestion across key parts of the city, leaving residents, students and motorists stranded for hours.
The protest, which led to the disruption of vehicular movement near Chhota Shimla and adjoining areas, coincided with the ongoing peak tourist season, further aggravating congestion in the hill town already grappling with increasing traffic pressure.
Resident Sonal Sharma said the traffic jam had significantly affected daily commuters, with many forced to wait for hours due to diverted traffic and delayed buses.
School taxi driver Amit Kumar expressed concern over the plight of children stranded in vehicles due to the traffic blockade, urging the administration to ensure that school vehicles are not affected during such protests.
Local resident Kajal attributed the congestion to the advocates' strike, saying the disruption had made travel extremely difficult for residents.
Authorities were making efforts to regulate traffic and clear congestion in affected areas.
