Traffic Advisory for Jammu-Srinagar NH-44 and Other Key Routes in J&K
Slow Traffic and Road Conditions on NH-44
From March 9, 2025 (1700 hrs) to March 10, 2025 (1700 hrs), slow traffic movement was observed on NH-44 due to multiple factors, including:
- Breakdown of two Heavy Motor Vehicles (HMVs).
- Single-lane traffic at Dalwas, Mehad, and between Marog & Kishtwari Pather.
- Ongoing four-lane construction work.
Advisory for Passengers and Goods Carriers
- Passengers and LMV operators are advised to travel only during the daytime due to the risk of shooting stones between Ramban and Banihal.
- HMV/LMV operators carrying perishable goods or livestock should follow Traffic Police Headquarters advisories due to the poor road conditions and single-lane movement at various locations.
- HVM operators/owners must avoid overloading, ensure their vehicles are roadworthy, and carry sufficient fuel for the journey.
- Only HMVs with six and ten tyres will be allowed to ply through Dhar Road.
- Commuters should avoid unnecessary halts between Ramban and Banihal, especially near landslide-prone areas.
Traffic Plan & Advisory for March 11, 2025
- LMVs (Passenger/Private Cars) will be allowed from both sides (Jammu to Srinagar and vice versa), subject to fair weather and better road conditions.
- HMVs (Load Carriers) will be allowed from the Navyug Tunnel (Qazigund side) towards Jammu, only after assessing road conditions.
- Traffic Control Units (TCUs) of Jammu and Srinagar will coordinate with TCU Ramban regarding road conditions.
- Travelers are advised to check NH-44 updates via J&K Traffic Police’s Twitter and Facebook pages.
Security Forces Convoy Movement
- Security Forces are requested not to violate the advisory as there is a high risk of traffic congestion between Nashree and Banihal due to the narrow road.
- March 11, 2025: SF convoys may travel from Srinagar towards Jammu after confirming road conditions with TCU Ramban.
Status of Other Key Roads in J&K
Kishtwar-Sinthan-Anantnag NH-244
- Closed as per Sub-Divisional Magistrate Kokernag’s advisory (SDM/KNG/2024-25/3139-45, dated January 16, 2025).
Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumari (SSG) Road
- Closed due to snow accumulation.
Mughal Road
- Closed as per District Magistrate Poonch’s order (DMP/JC/7273-92, dated January 18, 2025) due to snow accumulation.
Bhaderwah-Chamba Road
- Closed due to snow accumulation.
Public Advisory
People planning to travel should confirm the road status with the Traffic Control Units (TCUs) before undertaking any journey.
Contact Information for 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
Travelers are urged to stay updated and prioritize safety while traveling through the region.
