Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44)
- Subject to fair weather and improved road conditions, LMVs (passenger/private cars) and HMVs will be allowed to travel in both directions on NH-44—from Jammu to Srinagar and vice versa.
- The Traffic Control Units (TCUs) in Jammu and Srinagar will coordinate with the TCU in Ramban for real-time road condition updates.
- Commuters are advised to check the latest traffic status on the J&K Traffic Police Twitter handle and Facebook page before traveling.
Security Forces Convoy Movement
- If weather and road conditions permit, security forces’ vehicles will also be allowed to move in both directions on NH-44.
Kishtwar-Sinthan-Anantnag Road (NH-244)
- This route remains closed as per the Sub-Divisional Magistrate Kokernag’s advisory (Ref: SDM/KNG/2024-25/3139-45, dated 16-01-2025).
Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumari (SSG) Road
- Current Status: Snowfall in progress
- Planned Movement (Subject to Clearance):
- If weather and road conditions improve, only one-way traffic will be allowed from Srinagar towards Kargil.
- LMVs will be allowed first, followed by HMVs (up to six tyres) with anti-skid chains.
- Traffic window: Vehicles can move from Sonamarg to Kargil between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM. No movement will be permitted after the cutoff time.
- Advisory: All motorists must carry anti-skid chains to navigate slippery roads safely.
Mughal Road
- Closed for vehicular movement due to heavy snow accumulation, as per the District Magistrate Poonch’s order (Ref: DMP/JC/7273-92, dated 18-01-2025).
Bhaderwah-Chamba Road
- Remains closed due to snow accumulation.
Travel Advisory:
Travelers are advised to confirm road status before beginning their journey by contacting the following Traffic Control Units (TCUs):
📞 Jammu: 0191-2459048 | 0191-2740550 | 9419147732 | 103
📞 Srinagar: 0194-2450022 | 0194-2485396 | 18001807091 | 103
📞 Ramban: 9419993745 | 1800-180-7043
📞 Udhampur: 8491928625
📞 PCR Kishtwar: 9906154100
📞 PCR Kargil: 9541902330 | 9541902331
Stay updated, travel safely, and check road conditions before departing! 🚗❄️
