Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44)
Subject to favorable weather conditions and improved road status, Light Motor Vehicles (LMVs), passenger cars, and Heavy Motor Vehicles (HMVs) will be allowed to travel in both directions on NH-44, from Jammu to Srinagar and vice versa. Traffic Control Units (TCU) in Jammu and Srinagar will coordinate with TCU Ramban for real-time road conditions. Travelers are advised to check updates on the Jammu & Kashmir Traffic Police’s official Twitter handle and Facebook page before starting their journey.
Security Forces Convoy Movement:
If weather permits and road conditions remain stable, movement of Security Forces’ vehicles will be allowed in both directions on NH-44 between Jammu and Srinagar.
Other Key Road Updates
- Kishtwar-Sinthan-Anantnag Highway (NH-244): This route remains closed for vehicular movement per the advisory issued by the Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Kokernag (Ref: SDM/KNG/2024-25/3139-45, dated 16-01-2025).
- Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumari (SSG) Road: If road maintenance agencies give clearance, one-way traffic will be permitted from Srinagar to Kargil. LMVs will be allowed first, followed by HMVs (up to six tires), provided they use anti-skid chains. Travel from Sonamarg to Kargil will be permitted only between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM, with no exceptions beyond the cutoff time. Motorists are advised to carry anti-skid chains for better grip on slippery surfaces.
- Mughal Road: Closed due to snow accumulation, as per the District Magistrate of Poonch’s order (Ref: DMP/JC/7273-92, dated 18-01-2025).
- Bhaderwah-Chamba Road: Remains inaccessible due to heavy snow accumulation.
Traveler Advisory
Before planning your journey, confirm the latest road status with the Traffic Control Units:
📞 Jammu – 0191-2459048, 0191-2740550, 9419147732, 103
📞 Srinagar – 0194-2450022, 2485396, 18001807091, 103
📞 Ramban – 9419993745, 1800-180-7043
📞 Udhampur – 8491928625
📞 PCR Kishtwar – 9906154100
📞 PCR Kargil – 9541902330, 9541902331
Stay safe and travel only after verifying road conditions! 🚗❄️
