Jammu, March 15 -- Bhat Danish

Residents of Guloora in Handwara have raised concerns over the erratic transport services on the Guloora-Handwara route, accusing local transporters of operating at their sheer will and convenience, causing severe inconvenience to the public.

The aggrieved residents said they are forced to wait for hours to reach their destinations, with school-going children mainly facing the brunt. They alleged that despite paying high fares, transport services remain irregular, forcing many to walk long distances.

"Students are charged ?20 for just a few kilometers, which is unfair. Despite paying hefty fares, transport remains unavailable, and in most cases, we have to walk 1.5 kilometers to board a vehicle," said a l...