Traffic Advisory Issued by J&K Traffic Police for June 23, 2025: Movement Regulated on NH-44, Mughal Road, SSG Road & Sinthan Route

Jammu/Srinagar, June 22: The Traffic Police Headquarters, J&K, has issued a comprehensive traffic plan and advisory for June 23, 2025, detailing vehicle movement across major highways including Jammu-Srinagar NHW (NH-44), Mughal Road, SSG Road, and the Kishtwar-Sinthan-Anantnag route.

Current Road Conditions (June 21-22, 2025)

Traffic movement on NH-44 was slow due to the breakdown of two Heavy Motor Vehicles (HMVs), single lane stretches at Dalwas, Peeda, Mehad, and ongoing four-lane construction between Marog and Kishtwari Pather. Traffic was managed in a regulated manner at Mehad, Cafeteria, and Ramban due to a 150-200 meter single-lane patch.

Commuters are urged to maintain lane discipline, avoid overtaking, and refrain from unnecessary stoppages, especially in shooting stone-prone areas like Ramban-Banihal. Operators of goods carriers are advised to load vehicles as per traffic advisories and ensure proper vehicle fitness and sufficient fuel.

Traffic Plan for June 23, 2025

Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44)

• LMVs/Passenger Cars: Allowed from both sides (Jammu ↔ Srinagar) subject to fair weather and road conditions.
• HMVs (Load Carriers): Allowed from NAVYUG Tunnel (Qazigund side) towards Jammu only till 4:00 PM, based on road and traffic assessment. No HMVs will be permitted from Qazigund side post 4:00 PM.
• Commuters are advised to check real-time NH-44 status via J&K Traffic Police Twitter or Facebook pages.

Kishtwar-Sinthan-Anantnag Road (NH-244)

• LMVs and HPSVs: Allowed from both directions (Anantnag ↔ Kishtwar) post-clearance from NHIDCL.
  • From PP Parana (towards Anantnag): 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  • From PP Daksum (towards Kishtwar): 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
• HMVs (except designated HPSVs): Not permitted as per SDM Chhatroo and SDM Kokernag orders.

Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumari (SSG) Road

• Subject to clearance from BRO and good weather:
  • Minamarg → Srinagar: 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM (LMVs followed by HMVs)
  • Sonamarg → Kargil: 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM (LMVs followed by HMVs)
• No movement allowed after cut-off timing.

Mughal Road

• LMVs: Allowed from both sides (Jammu ↔ Srinagar) via Poonch.
• HMVs (Only Fresh Perishables/Fruit Laden, up to 6 tyres): Allowed only from Shopian towards Poonch between 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM, per District Magistrate Poonch’s order.

Important Advisory for Commuters

• Avoid travel at night, especially between Ramban and Banihal due to possible landslides/shooting stones.
• Confirm road status before starting your journey using these Traffic Control Unit contacts:

  Traffic Helpline Numbers:

  • 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
  • PCR Ganderbal: 9906668731

Travelers are strongly urged to exercise patience, adhere to traffic rules, and stay updated via official sources for a safe and smooth journey across Jammu and Kashmir.

Weather Update

Slight Relief During the Next 24 Hrs; Major Relief from Wednesday/Thursday onwards

There is a possibility of thundershowers/monsoon showers in many parts of Jammu and Kashmir, especially in Jammu region, during the next 24 hrs.

Temperatures are expected to come slightly down tomorrow in Kashmir; to increase again on Monday and Tuesday.

From Wednesday/Thursday onwards, a sharp drop in temperatures is expected.

Forecast Insights: Kashmir Weather

Summer Vacation Announced for Schools in Kashmir Division: DSEK Official Order

The Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) has officially announced the summer vacation for all Government and recognized Private Schools up to the Higher Secondary level functioning in the Kashmir Division.

According to Order No: 167-DSEK of 2025, dated 21-06-2025, the summer vacation will commence from 23rd June 2025 and will continue until 7th July 2025.

This decision comes after approval from the competent authority in view of the prevailing weather conditions. All concerned institutions are required to strictly observe the vacation schedule as mentioned.