Jammu & Kashmir Traffic Police Advisory and Traffic Plan for February 13, 2025

Current Road Conditions on Jammu-Srinagar NH-44

The Jammu & Kashmir Traffic Police Headquarters has issued an advisory regarding the movement of vehicles on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44). From February 11, 2025, at 1700 hrs. to February 12, 2025, at 1700 hrs., slow traffic movement was observed due to the breakdown of heavy motor vehicles (HMVs), single-lane traffic at Dalwas, Mehad, and between Marog and Kishtwari Pather, as well as ongoing four-lane construction work.

Important Travel Advisory for Commuters:

1. Daytime Travel Recommended: Passengers and Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) operators are advised to travel during daylight hours due to the risk of shooting stones between Ramban and Banihal.
2. Goods Carrier Advisory: HMV/LMV operators transporting fresh perishables and livestock must follow traffic police advisories as the road remains in poor condition at Dalwas, Mehad, and between Marog and Kishtwari Pather.
3. HMV Operators’ Guidelines: Overloading is strictly prohibited, and vehicles must carry sufficient fuel. Vehicle owners should ensure the fitness of their vehicles before traveling.
4. HMV Movement via Dhar Road: Only HMVs with 06 and 10 tyres will be permitted to travel through Dhar Road.
5. Avoid Unnecessary Stops: Commuters must avoid halting between Ramban and Banihal, particularly in landslide-prone areas.

Traffic Plan for February 13, 2025

Jammu-Srinagar NH-44

• Subject to fair weather and improved road conditions, LMVs (passenger and private vehicles) and HMVs will be allowed to travel in both directions on NH-44.
• Traffic Control Units (TCUs) in Jammu and Srinagar will coordinate with TCU Ramban for real-time road condition updates.
• Travelers are urged to check the latest NH-44 status on the J&K Traffic Police’s Twitter handle and Facebook page before starting their journey.

Security Forces Convoy Movement

• If weather and road conditions permit, Security Forces convoys will be allowed to travel in both directions on NH-44.

Status of Other Key Roads

Kishtwar-Sinthan-Anantnag NH-244

• This route remains closed as 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

• One-way traffic will be permitted from Srinagar to Kargil, starting with LMVs, followed by HMVs (up to 06 tyres) equipped with anti-skid chains.
• Vehicles will be allowed to travel from Sonamarg to Kargil between 1000 hrs and 1500 hrs. No vehicle will be permitted beyond the cutoff time.
• Mandatory: Motorists must carry anti-skid chains for better grip on slippery roads.

Mughal Road

• The road remains closed 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

• The road remains closed due to snow accumulation.

Public Advisory

Before Traveling, Confirm Road Status

To avoid inconvenience, travelers must verify road conditions with Traffic Control Units:

• 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 with official sources to ensure a safe and hassle-free journey.