Shimla, Oct. 7 -- Chief secretary Sanjay Gupta, directed the NHAI regional officer (RO) to ensure that at least two lanes of Kiratpur-Manali National Highway (NH) remains open in all stretches. Gupta on Monday issued these instructions while chairing a review meeting to take stock of the status of road restoration works and preparedness measures in view of the approaching winter season. During the meeting, the NHAI RO assured that the highway is operational with a minimum of two lanes even at locations that suffered damage during the recent monsoon. Proper planning for snow removal and other necessary measures must be done in advance to maintain smooth connectivity and ensure public comfort during the cold months. He directed the concerned departments to accelerate the repair and restoration of roads damaged by the monsoon to facilitate unhindered traffic movement. htc...