Traffic Advisory for Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) and Other Key Routes in J&K

Current Traffic Situation (29-30 January 2025)

From 29 January 2025 (1700 hrs) to 30 January 2025 (1700 hrs), traffic movement on Jammu-Srinagar NH-44 remained slow due to:

• Breakdown of heavy motor vehicles (HMVs).
• Single-lane traffic at Dalwas, Mehad, Marog, and Kishtwari Pather due to ongoing four-lane construction work.

Travel Advisory for Commuters

Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44)

• Daytime Travel Recommended: Passengers and light motor vehicle (LMV) operators are advised to travel during the daytime due to the risk of shooting stones between Ramban and Banihal.
• Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) Advisory:
  • Goods carriers transporting fresh perishable items or livestock must follow Traffic Police Headquarters’ guidelines due to the poor road conditions at Dalwas, Mehad, Marog, and Kishtwari Pather.
  • No Overloading: HMV operators must avoid overloading and ensure vehicles are in proper working condition.
  • Fuel Check: Operators must carry sufficient fuel before embarking on the journey.
• Restricted Movement for Large HMVs: Only HMVs with 06 and 10 tyres are allowed to ply through Dhar Road.
• Caution for Commuters: Commuters are advised to avoid unnecessary stops between Ramban and Banihal, especially near landslide-prone areas.

Traffic Plan & Advisory for 31 January 2025

• LMVs (Passenger/Private Cars) and HMVs will be allowed from both sides on Jammu-Srinagar NH-44, subject to fair weather and road conditions.
• Traffic Control Units (TCUs) in Jammu and Srinagar will coordinate with TCU Ramban for real-time updates.
• Commuters are encouraged to check the official J&K Traffic Police Twitter handle and Facebook page for NH-44 status updates.

Security Forces (SFs) Convoy Movement

• SFs vehicles will be permitted to ply from both sides on NH-44, depending on weather and road conditions.

Status of Other Key Roads

Kishtwar-Sinthan-Anantnag Road (NH-244)

• Closed as per the advisory issued by the Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Kokernag, on 16 January 2025.

Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumari (SSG) Road

• One-way traffic for LMVs followed by HMVs (up to 06 tyres) will be permitted from Kargil towards Srinagar, based on road maintenance agency clearance.
• Vehicles will be allowed from Minamarg to Srinagar between 1000 hrs to 1500 hrs. No movement will be allowed after the cutoff time.
• Anti-skid chains are mandatory for vehicles due to slippery road conditions.

Mughal Road

• Closed for vehicular movement as per the District Magistrate Poonch’s order dated 18 January 2025, due to snow accumulation.

Bhaderwah-Chamba Road

• Remains closed due to heavy snow accumulation.

Important Contact Numbers for Traffic Updates

Before traveling, people are advised to confirm the road status through 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

The authorities urge travelers to adhere to the advisory and avoid unnecessary risks. Commuters should keep track of real-time traffic updates and undertake journeys only after verifying road conditions to ensure a safe travel experience.