Traffic Advisory for Jammu-Srinagar National Highway and Other Routes (15-02-2025)

The Traffic Police Headquarters, J&K, Jammu/Srinagar, has issued an updated advisory regarding traffic movement on various key routes, including the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44), SSG Road, Mughal Road, and other vital roads in the region.

Traffic Updates on NH-44 (Jammu-Srinagar Highway)

From 13-02-2025 (1700 hrs.) to 14-02-2025 (1700 hrs.), slow traffic movement was observed due to:

• Breakdown of Heavy Motor Vehicles (HMVs).
• Single-lane traffic at Dalwas, Mehad, Marog, and Kishtwari Pather.
• Ongoing four-lane construction work.

Advisory for Commuters

1. Daytime Travel Recommended: Passengers and LMV operators are advised to travel during the day due to the risk of shooting stones between Ramban and Banihal.
2. Goods Carrier Advisory: HMVs and LMVs carrying fresh perishable goods or livestock must adhere to traffic police advisories, given the poor road conditions at several points along NH-44.
3. Vehicle Maintenance & Fuel: HMV operators must ensure their vehicles are roadworthy, avoid overloading, and carry sufficient fuel for the journey.
4. HMV Route Restriction: Only HMVs with 6 and 10 tyres are permitted to travel via Dhar Road.
5. Avoid Unnecessary Halts: Commuters should not stop unnecessarily between Ramban and Banihal, particularly near landslide-prone areas.

Traffic Plan for 15-02-2025

• Subject to fair weather and road conditions, LMVs (Passenger/Private Cars) and HMVs will be allowed to travel from both sides on NH-44 (Jammu to Srinagar and vice-versa).
• TCU Jammu/Srinagar will coordinate with TCU Ramban for real-time road conditions.
• Commuters are encouraged to check updates on the J&K Traffic Police Twitter handle and Facebook page before traveling.

Security Forces Convoy Movement

• If weather and road conditions permit, SFs convoys will be allowed from both sides on NH-44.

Other Key Roads and Their Status

Kishtwar-Sinthan-Anantnag Road (NH-244)

• Closed for vehicular movement as per the Sub-Divisional Magistrate Kokernag’s order (SDM/KNG/2024-25/3139-45 dated 16-01-2025).

Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumari (SSG) Road

• Subject to fair weather and clearance by maintenance agencies, one-way traffic for LMVs followed by HMVs (up to 6 tyres) will be allowed from Srinagar towards Kargil.
• Vehicles will be permitted to move from Sonamarg towards Kargil between 1000 hrs to 1500 hrs.
• Anti-skid chains are mandatory for motorists due to slippery conditions.
• No vehicles will be allowed after the cut-off time.

Mughal Road

• Closed for vehicular movement as per the District Magistrate Poonch’s order (DMP/JC/7273-92 dated 18-01-2025) due to heavy snow accumulation.

Bhaderwah-Chamba Road

• Still closed due to snow accumulation.

Important Contact Numbers for Road Status

Travelers are advised to check road conditions before their journey by contacting the following 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

Final Advisory

Passengers and transport operators are urged to confirm road status before traveling and exercise caution while driving, especially in landslide-prone areas. The J&K Traffic Police will continue monitoring road conditions and provide updates accordingly.