Shivamogga Deputy Commissioner prohibits movement of heavy vehicles on Agumbe Ghat with effect from June 15

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The prohibition of the movement of heavy vehicles on Agumbe Ghat aims to prevent damage to the ghat during the rainy season. | Photo Credit: S.K. Dinesh

Shivamogga Deputy Commissioner Prabhulinga Kavalikatti has issued an order prohibiting the movement of heavy vehicles on the Agumbe Ghat (NH 169A) with effect from June 15 until the end of monsoon. The prohibition aims to prevent damage to the ghat during the rainy season.

The Superintendent of Police had recommended the closure for heavy vehicles on these grounds. Under the provisions of the Central Motor Vehicle Act and the Karnataka Motor Vehicles Rules, the Deputy Commissioner issued the order and suggested alternative routes.

Those heading to Udupi from Tirthahalli can take the Nagara-Nagodi-Kolluru-Udupi route or travel via Sringeri-Bajagoli-Karkala-Udupi. Similarly, those heading to Tirthahalli from Udupi may use the Kundapura-Kollur-Nagodi-Nagara route or go via Karkala-Bajagoli-Kerekatte-Sringeri.