The Regional Transport Office (RTO) Kashmir has notified two major stretches in Srinagar city as No e-Rickshaw Zones to streamline traffic movement and reduce congestion in the commercial hub.
In an order issued by Regional Transport Officer Kashmir, Qazi Irfan (KAS), the decision was taken following the Regional Transport Authority (RTA) meeting held on November 13, 2025. The restriction applies to Moulana Azad Road (Jehangir Chowk to J&K Bank Headquarters) and Residency Road (Hari Singh High Street to J&K Bank Headquarters), and comes into immediate effect.The order further states that the move aims to ensure smooth vehicular movement in the high-density zone, where frequent e-rickshaw stoppages and slow movement often disrupt traffic flow. RTO Kashmir warned that any violation will invite strict action under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 and the rules framed thereunder.