Srinagar: The Srinagar-Baramulla Highway was blocked by a large gathering of protesters for some three hours Friday, causing immense inconvenience to commuters.
The demonstration was against the installation of smart meters, a move that has sparked concern among local residents.
The blockade near Umarabad in the HMT area disrupted the flow of traffic along the vital highway, resulting in long queues of stranded vehicles and frustrated travelers.