Jammu & Kashmir Traffic Advisory: Travel Guidelines for March 6, 2025
The Traffic Police Headquarters, J&K, Jammu/Srinagar, has issued an important advisory for commuters traveling on Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) and other key routes in the region.
Traffic Situation on NH-44 (March 4-5, 2025)
Between March 4, 1700 hrs, and March 5, 1700 hrs, slow traffic movement was observed on NH-44 due to:
- Breakdown of two heavy motor vehicles (HMVs).
- Single-lane traffic at Dalwas, Mehad, Marog, and Kishtwari Pather.
- Ongoing four-lane construction work.
Travel Advisory for Passengers & Goods Carriers
- Daytime Travel Recommended: Passengers and LMV operators should avoid traveling at night due to the risk of shooting stones between Ramban and Banihal.
- Loading Advisory for Goods Carriers: HMVs and LMVs carrying perishable goods or livestock should follow loading guidelines issued by the Traffic Police to ensure smooth movement on the single-lane stretches.
- Vehicle Fitness & Fuel:
- HMVs should avoid overloading and carry sufficient fuel for their journey.
- Vehicle owners must double-check vehicle fitness before traveling on NH-44.
- HMVs with Only 6 & 10 Tyres Allowed via Dhar Road.
- Avoid Unnecessary Stops: Commuters must not halt between Ramban and Banihal, especially in landslide-prone areas.
Traffic Plan & Advisory for March 6, 2025
Jammu-Srinagar NHW (NH-44)
- Passenger & Private LMVs: Allowed from both sides (Jammu to Srinagar & vice versa), subject to favorable weather and road conditions.
- Heavy Motor Vehicles (HMVs): Load carriers will be allowed to move from Jakheni (Udhampur) to Srinagar, based on road condition assessments.
- Security Forces (SFs) Movement: SF convoys should follow the advisory and avoid traveling against the traffic plan to prevent congestion between Nashree and Banihal.
Road Status Updates for Other Routes
- Kishtwar-Sinthan-Anantnag Road (NH-244): Closed as per SDM Kokernag’s order dated January 16, 2025.
- Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumari (SSG) Road: Still closed due to snow accumulation.
- Mughal Road: Closed per DM Poonch’s order dated January 18, 2025, due to heavy snow.
- Bhaderwah-Chamba Road: Remains closed due to snow accumulation.
Important Helpline Numbers
Before traveling, people are advised to confirm road status 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
Final Advisory
Travelers are urged to check real-time traffic updates on the official J&K Traffic Police Twitter and Facebook pages before planning their journey.
