Srinagar, October 28 (KNS): A delegation of the Kashmir Trade Alliance (KTA), led by its President, Aijaz Shahdhar, today met Commissioner, Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC), Dr Basharat Qayoom, and discussed various issues concerning trade and commerce in Srinagar city.

During the meeting, the delegation sought the Commissioner’s intervention in addressing issues affecting traders and the general public, particularly the upkeep and maintenance of Smart Street infrastructure in commercial areas.

The delegation highlighted the problems caused by the stray dog menace in marketplaces, which has become a matter of concern for traders, shoppers and pedestrians. It also raised issues related to sanitation and cleanliness, urging the SMC to ensure regular and effective sanitation services across commercial hubs.

KTA President Aijaz Shahdhar stressed the need for expeditious repairs and maintenance of damaged Smart Street infrastructure, emphasising that the works already undertaken must be properly maintained to ensure their intended benefits.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelHe urged the Commissioner to prioritise the repairs and ensure timely action by the concerned departments.

KTA delegation urged the Commissioner, SMC, that steps should be initiated to ensure adequate parking facilities in the Srinagar Market.

The delegation emphasised that clean marketplaces, properly maintained infrastructure and effective civic services are essential for facilitating trade, improving the shopping environment and supporting the city’s commercial activity.

The KTA delegation included Manindar Singh Bhasin, Sajad Din, Sajad Hyder, Imtiyaz Bhat and Mehraj Din Wani.

The KTA urged the Srinagar Municipal Corporation to take prompt and concrete measures to resolve these issues in the larger interest of the trading community and the public.(KNS)