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Traffic Update | Jammu–Srinagar NH-44 | 18-10-2025 (0830 HRS)
📍 Source: Traffic Police Headquarters, J&K, Jammu/Srinagar
⚠️ Slow movement continues on NH-44 due to single-lane traffic at Ballianalla, Dewal, Nashri–Dalwas, and between Marog & Kishtwari Pathar. Additionally, two HMVs have broken down and 11 nomadic flocks are moving along the stretch.
🚛 Goods carriers (HMVs/LMVs) carrying perishables or livestock are advised to load as per official advisories — single-lane and heavy nomadic movement may cause further delays.
🚗 Traffic Timings:
Jammu to Srinagar: LMVs/Private Cars allowed from 0800 to 1100 hrs.
Srinagar to Jammu: LMVs allowed from 0800 to 1000 hrs.
Vehicles must cross Nashri Tunnel before 1200 hrs.
🚛 HMVs Movement:
From Srinagar towards Jammu — regulated from NAVYUG Tunnel after assessing road status.
🪖 Security Convoys:
SF Convoys advised not to ply today due to congestion between Thard and Ballianalla/Nashri.
🛤️ Alternate Routes:
Kishtwar–Sinthan–Anantnag NH-244: Open for LMVs from 0900 to 1500 hrs.
SSG Road (Srinagar–Sonamarg–Gumari): Open for regulated movement; LMVs 0500–1000 hrs, HMVs 1130–1730 hrs.
Mughal Road: Open for both sides; LMVs from 0600 to 1700 hrs (subject to weather).
🚨 Advisory: Travelers are urged to move only after confirming the latest status from Traffic Control Units (TCUs) at Jammu, Srinagar, Udhampur, and Ramban.
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Road Status Update | Kinnaur District, Himachal Pradesh | 18.10.2025
📍 Source: Kinnaur Police
All major routes across Kinnaur district are open for traffic. Travelers can expect smooth movement across key routes with minor regulated flow at certain points.
🔹 Route Status:
1️⃣ Chaura to Samdo (NH-05) – ✅ Open (Traffic at Nigulsari allowed alternately every 30 minutes due to narrow stretch)
2️⃣ Powari to Kalpa (NH505A) – ✅ Open
3️⃣ Karcham to Chitkul – ✅ Open
4️⃣ Wangtoo to Kafnoo – ✅ Open
5️⃣ Bhabhanagar to Nichar – ✅ Open
6️⃣ Namgia to Shipkila – ✅ Open
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Road Status Update | Kinnaur District, Himachal Pradesh

📅 Date: 17 October 2025 |

📍 Source: Kinnaur Police
All major routes across District Kinnaur are currently open for traffic ✅
🔹 Chaura to Samdo (NH-05) – Open (Note: At Nigulsari, traffic is allowed from each side in 30-minute intervals due to a narrow stretch)
🔹 Powari to Kalpa (NH505A) – Open
🔹 Karcham to Chitkul – Open
🔹 Wangtoo to Kafnoo – Open
🔹 Bhabhanagar to Nichar – Open
🔹 Namgia to Shipkila – Open
🟢 Smooth movement across all major roads, but travelers are advised to drive cautiously in hill areas and follow local police instructions.

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Jammu–Srinagar NH-44 | 17 October 2025

There was slow movement on NH-44 due to single-lane traffic at Balinalla, Dewal, Nashri–Dalwas, and between Marog & Kishtwari Pather, along with the breakdown of 05 HMVs and movement of nomadic flocks in the same stretch.

➡️ Goods carriers transporting perishables or livestock are advised to plan their journey as per the official advisory due to restricted lane movement and poor road conditions in the above areas.
➡️ Commuters should strictly follow lane discipline — avoid overtaking and unnecessary travel on NH-44 to prevent congestion.
➡️ LMVs/Passenger Cars are allowed from both sides on Jammu–Srinagar NHW, between Jammu (Nagrota) and Srinagar (Qazigund) as per the following timings:

Nagrota → Srinagar: 08:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Qazigund → Jammu: 07:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Heavy Motor Vehicles (HMVs) shall be allowed from Jammu towards Srinagar, regulated from Jakhani (Udhampur) onwards after traffic clearance.

Additional Route Updates:

Kishtwar–Sinthan–Anantnag NH-244: LMVs allowed both sides after clearance, 8:00 AM–3:00 PM.

SSG Road (Srinagar–Sonamarg–Gumari): LMVs allowed from Minamarg → Srinagar (5:00 AM–10:00 AM) and Sonamarg → Kargil (11:30 AM–5:30 PM).

Mughal Road: LMVs permitted both ways from Behramgala → Shopian (6:00 AM–5:30 PM).

⚠️ Travelers are advised to confirm road status with Traffic Control Units before starting their journey.

Source: Traffic Police Headquarters, J&K (Traffic Plan & Advisory for 17-10-2025)
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Mandi–Kullu National Highway

The stretch from Pandoh Bypass to Takoli Section on the Mandi–Kullu National Highway has sustained significant damage at multiple points due to the recent monsoon. To enable repair and restoration work, this section will remain closed for all types of vehicular movement from 11:00 PM to 04:00 AM till 31st October 2025.

⚠️ Emergency vehicles may be exempted during the closure period.
Travelers are advised to plan their journeys accordingly and follow safety and traffic advisories while on this route.

🛣️ Source: Mandi Police

ROAD UPDATE | Lahaul & Spiti District (16.10.2025, 9:08 AM)
Source: Lahaul & Spiti Police

Here’s the latest official road status report from District Lahaul & Spiti Police Control Room 👇

1️⃣ Darcha to Shinkula – ✅ Open | ☀️ Clear
⚠️ Closed at night due to black ice on the road.

2️⃣ Darcha – Sarchu – Leh (NH-003) – ✅ Open | ☀️ Clear
🔹 LMVs followed by HMVs allowed from Minamarg → Sonamarg (0500–1000 hrs)
🔹 LMVs followed by HMVs allowed from Sonamarg → Kargil (1130–1730 hrs)
🔸 Closed at night due to black ice.

3️⃣ Keylong to Darcha (NH-003) – ✅ Open | ☀️ Clear
4️⃣ Keylong to ATR (Atal Tunnel) (NH-003) – ✅ Open | ☀️ Clear
⚠️ Pagal Nallah area – one-way traffic on routine basis.
5️⃣ ATR to Manali (NH-003) – ✅ Open | ☀️ Clear
6️⃣ Koksar to Palchan via Rohtang (NH-003) – ✅ Open | ☀️ Clear | 🛻 4x4 vehicles only
7️⃣ Tandi to Udaipur – ✅ Open | ☀️ Clear
8️⃣ Udaipur to Tindi, Kadhu Nullah – ✅ Open | ☀️ Clear
9️⃣ Koksar to Lossar via Kunzum Top – ✅ Open | ☀️ Clear | 🚙 4x4 & 4x2 vehicles only (as per advisory)
🔟 Kaza to Lossar (NH-505) – ✅ Open | ☀️ Clear
1️⃣1️⃣ Sumdo to Kaza (NH-505) – ✅ Open | ☀️ Clear
1️⃣2️⃣ SCP Chandertal – ❌ Closed | 🏔️ Snow clearance work in progress

🌨️ Overall: All key routes in Lahaul–Spiti remain open and clear, except Chandertal, which is closed for snow clearance. Travellers should avoid night travel due to black ice on higher altitude roads.

ROAD UPDATE | District Kinnaur (16.10.2025, 8 AM)
Source: Kinnaur Police

Here’s the latest road condition report from District Kinnaur, Himachal Pradesh 👇

1️⃣ Chaura to Samdo (NH-05) – ✅ Open
🔸 Note: At Nigulsari, traffic is being allowed from each side in 30-minute intervals due to a narrow road stretch.

2️⃣ Powari to Kalpa (NH-505A) – ✅ Open
3️⃣ Karcham to Chitkul – ✅ Open
4️⃣ Wangtoo to Kafnoo – ✅ Open
5️⃣ Bhabhanagar to Nichar – ✅ Open
6️⃣ Namgia to Shipkila – ✅ Open

🟢 All major routes across Kinnaur are currently open for movement.
⚠️ Travellers are advised to drive cautiously, especially around Nigulsari, and stay updated with official advisories before planning travel.

TRAFFIC UPDATE | Jammu–Srinagar NH-44 & Other Routes (16.10.2025)
Source: Traffic Police Headquarters, J&K, Jammu/Srinagar

⚠️ Slow Movement Reported:
Traffic moving slowly on NH-44 due to single-lane stretches at Bailanalla, Dewal, Nashri–Dalwas, Marog & Kishtwari Pather, along with the breakdown of 6 HMVs and movement of 28 nomadic flocks in the same region.

🚛 Goods Carriers (HMV/LMV):
Drivers carrying perishable or livestock goods are advised to start as per official timings and be cautious at the above-mentioned stretches.

🚗 LMVs/Passenger/Private Cars:

Jammu → Srinagar: Allowed from Nagrota 0600–1100 hrs, Udhampur 0700–1000 hrs

Srinagar → Jammu: Allowed from Qazigund 0700–1000 hrs
No vehicle movement will be permitted before or after cut-off timings.

🚚 HMVs/Load Carriers:

Movement from Srinagar towards Jammu allowed after assessment at Navyug Tunnel (Qazigund).

Coordination to be managed between TCU Srinagar and TCU Ramban.

🚓 Security Forces Convoy:
Advised not to ply due to narrow carriageway between Tharad–Bailanallah/Marog–Kishtwar Pather.

🛤️ Other Routes:

Kishtwar–Sinthan–Anantnag NH-244: LMVs allowed after NHDICL clearance — timings:

Anantnag → Kishtwar: 0800–1500 hrs

Kishtwar → Anantnag: 0900–1500 hrs

SSG Road (Srinagar–Sonamarg–Gumari–Kargil):

Minamarg → Srinagar: 0500–1000 hrs

Sonamarg → Kargil: 1130–1730 hrs

Mughal Road:

Both sides (Jammu ↔ Srinagar via Shopian): 0600–1730 hrs

Behramgala → Herpora: 0600–1700 hrs

📞 Helpline Numbers:
Jammu: 0191-2459048 / 0191-2740550 / 9419174723
Srinagar: 0194-2450022 / 2485396 / 18001807091
Ramban: 9419993745
Udhampur: 8491928625
PCR Kishtwar: 9541902330

🚦 Advisory:
Travel only after confirming the latest road status with Traffic Control Units. Maintain lane discipline and avoid unnecessary travel on NH-44.

Road Update | District Lahaul & Spiti (15.10.2025, 8:00 AM)

Here’s the latest road status report released by Lahaul & Spiti Police 👇

1️⃣ Darcha to Shinkula – OPEN (Clear)
⚠️ Close at night due to black ice formation.

2️⃣ Darcha – Sarchu, Leh (NH-003) – OPEN (Clear)
⚠️ Close at night due to black ice.
👉 LMVs followed by HMVs allowed from PCP Minamarg → Sonamarg (0500–1000 hrs) and Sonamarg → Kargil (1130–1730 hrs).
❌ No vehicle movement allowed after cut-off timing.

3️⃣ Keylong to Darcha (NH-003) – OPEN (Clear)
4️⃣ Keylong to Atal Tunnel (NH-003) – OPEN (Clear)
⚠️ Pagal Nallah area: one-way traffic through routine basis.

5️⃣ Atal Tunnel to Manali (NH-003) – OPEN (Clear)
6️⃣ Koksar to Palchan via Rohtang Pass (NH-003) – CLOSED ❄️
Due to snow accumulation on road.

7️⃣ Tandi to Udaipur – OPEN (Clear)
8️⃣ Udaipur to Tindi, Kadhu Nullah – OPEN (Clear)
9️⃣ Koksar to Lossar via Kunzum Top – OPEN (Clear)
➡️ Only for 4x4 & 4x2 vehicles as per advisory.

🔟 Kaza to Lossar (NH-505) – OPEN (Clear)
1️⃣1️⃣ Sumdo to Kaza (NH-505) – OPEN (Clear)
1️⃣2️⃣ SCP ChanderTal – CLOSED (Post closed on 03.10.25)

📍Source: Lahaul & Spiti Police Control Room

Road Condition Update – District Kinnaur | 15-10-2025 | 8:00 AM 🚦

📍 Source: Kinnaur Police

All major routes in Kinnaur district are open for traffic, with regulated movement at one point.

🛣 Current Road Status:

1. Chaura – Samdo (NH-05): ✅ Open
⏳ At Nigulsari, traffic is allowed from each side in 30-minute intervals due to a narrow road stretch.

2. Powari – Kalpa (NH505A): ✅ Open

3. Karcham – Chitkul: ✅ Open

4. Wangtoo – Kafnoo: ✅ Open

5. Bhabhanagar – Nichar: ✅ Open

6. Namgia – Shipkila: ✅ Open

⚠️ Advisory:

Drive carefully at Nigulsari as traffic flow is controlled.

Follow local police instructions for smooth and safe travel.

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