Mohali, Oct. 24 -- A protest by government employees and contractual roadways workers near Phase 6 in Mohali disrupted traffic on the Kharar-Chandigarh highway on Friday, forcing commuters to leave the main route and take alternate roads.

The protest led to congestion on the stretch connecting Kharar, Mohali and Chandigarh, with vehicles diverted as workers gathered near Phase 6, Verka Chowk.

"I was stuck for a long time and had to find another route to reach my destination. The authorities should ensure that protests do not leave commuters stranded," said Meenakshi, a commuter travelling towards Chandigarh.

Another commuter said the blockade disrupted daily travel. "People heading to work and those with urgent commitments had no optio...