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Jammu–Srinagar NH-44:
Slow traffic was observed due to single-lane stretches at Balinalla, Dewal, Nashri–Dalwas and between Marog–Kishtwari Pather,...
Traffic Update Jammu&Kashmir – 18 Dec 2025
Jammu–Srinagar NH-44:
Slow traffic was observed due to single-lane stretches at Balinalla, Dewal, Nashri–Dalwas and between Marog–Kishtwari Pather, along with HMW breakdowns.
👉 Day travel is advised. Avoid night movement, especially between Nashri Tunnel & Navyug Tunnel, due to HMW movement and inconvenience risks.
👉 Subject to fair weather & road conditions, LMVs/Passenger vehicles/Private cars/HMVs (goods carriers) are allowed from both sides.
SFs Convoy Movement:
Allowed on NH-44 from both sides after confirmation from TCU Ramban.
Kishtwar–Sinthan–Anantnag (NH-244):
Only LMVs permitted from both sides after NHDICL clearance, between 10:00 hrs – 15:00 hrs (PP Parana & PP Daksum).
SSG Road (Srinagar–Sonamarg–Gumri):
Traffic regulated.
Minamarg → Srinagar: 05:00 – 10:00 hrs
Sonamarg → Kargil: 11:30 – 17:30 hrs
No movement beyond cut-off timings.
Mughal Road:
Open for LMVs/Private Cars via Poonch after GREF clearance.
Behramgala (Baffliaz): 06:00 – 17:30 hrs
Herpora (Shopian): 06:00 – 17:00 hrs
⚠️ HMVs (6 tyres) allowed only Poonch → Shopian. No HMV movement Shopian → Mughal Road.
📞 Travelers are advised to confirm road status with Traffic Control Units before starting their journey.
Source: Traffic Police Headquarters, J&K (Jammu/Srinagar)
Date: 17 December 2025
• NH-44 (Jammu–Srinagar Highway):
Slow movement reported earlier due to single-lane traffic at Banihal, Dewal, Nashri–Dalwas and between...
Traffic Update | Jammu–Kashmir
Date: 17 December 2025
• NH-44 (Jammu–Srinagar Highway):
Slow movement reported earlier due to single-lane traffic at Banihal, Dewal, Nashri–Dalwas and between Marog–Kishtwari Pather, along with breakdown of heavy vehicles.
➡️ Day travel advised for passengers & LMVs.
⚠️ Night travel discouraged due to HMV movement between Nashri Tunnel–NAVYUG Tunnel and nomadic migration.
• Subject to fair weather, LMVs, private cars & HMVs (good carriers) allowed from both sides.
• SF Convoys:
Allowed from both sides on NH-44 after confirmation from TCU Ramban.
• NH-244 (Kishtwar–Sinthan–Anantnag):
Only LMVs allowed, between 1000 hrs–1500 hrs, subject to weather & NHDCL clearance.
• SSG Road (Srinagar–Sonamarg–Gumri):
Regulated traffic permitted after BRO clearance.
Minamarg → Srinagar: 0500–1000 hrs
Sonamarg → Kargil: 1130–1730 hrs
❌ No movement after cutoff timings.
• Mughal Road:
LMVs/private cars allowed via Poonch during notified hours.
HMVs restricted as per advisory.
👉 Travelers are strongly advised to confirm road status before travel and strictly follow lane discipline.
Source: Traffic Police Headquarters, J&K (Jammu/Srinagar)
As per the latest advisory issued by Traffic Police Headquarters, J&K (Jammu/Srinagar), slow movement has been observed on NH-44 (Jammu–Srinagar Highway) due...
Traffic Update | 11 December 2025
As per the latest advisory issued by Traffic Police Headquarters, J&K (Jammu/Srinagar), slow movement has been observed on NH-44 (Jammu–Srinagar Highway) due to single-lane traffic at Banihal, Dewal, Nashri–Dalwas and Marog–Kishtwari Pather, along with breakdown of a few heavy vehicles.
Passengers and LMV operators are advised to travel during daytime only and avoid night movement, especially between Nashri Tunnel and NAVYUG Tunnel, as HMV movement and nomadic migration may cause inconvenience. Vehicles will be allowed from both sides on NH-44, subject to fair weather and road conditions.
On Kishtwar–Sinthan–Anantnag (NH-244), only LMVs will be allowed from both sides between 1000 hrs to 1500 hrs, after clearance from authorities.
SSG Road (Srinagar–Sonamarg–Gumri) and Mughal Road will remain open in a regulated manner, strictly subject to weather, road condition, and prescribed time schedules.
Travelers are strongly advised to confirm road status before starting the journey and follow lane discipline to avoid congestion.
📌 Source: Traffic Police Headquarters, J&K (Jammu/Srinagar)
From 07 Dec, 1600 hrs to 08 Dec, 1600 hrs, slow traffic was observed due to:
• Single-lane traffic at Balinalla, Dewal, Nashri–Dalwas
• Breakdown of 3 HMVs
•...
NH-44 (Jammu–Srinagar Highway)
From 07 Dec, 1600 hrs to 08 Dec, 1600 hrs, slow traffic was observed due to:
• Single-lane traffic at Balinalla, Dewal, Nashri–Dalwas
• Breakdown of 3 HMVs
• Congestion between Marog – Kishtwari Pather
🔹 Passengers/LMVs are advised to prefer day travel.
🔹 Avoid night travel due to movement of HMVs between Nashri–Navyug Tunnel and nomad migration causing inconvenience.
🔹 Commuters must follow lane discipline; wrong-lane driving will worsen congestion.
If weather permits:
• LMVs (Passenger/HPVs/Private Cars/HMVs – goods carriers) allowed from both sides on NH-44 (Jammu ↔ Srinagar).
• TCU Jammu/Srinagar will coordinate real-time status.
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🔵 Security Forces Movement
Allowed from both sides on NH-44 only after confirmation from TCU Ramban.
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🔵 Kishtwar – Sinthan – Anantnag Road (NH-244)
Subject to weather & road condition and after NHIDCL clearance:
• LMVs only allowed from both sides (Anantnag ↔ Kishtwar).
• Movement permitted between 1000 hrs – 1500 hrs from PP Parana and PP Daksum.
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🔵 SSG Road (Srinagar – Sonamarg – Gumari)
After BRO clearance & good weather:
• LMVs, then HMVs allowed from Minamarg → Srinagar between 0500–1000 hrs.
• LMVs, then HMVs allowed from Sonamarg → Kargil between 1130–1730 hrs.
• No vehicle allowed outside these timings.
• Security Forces to move in a way that doesn’t disturb civilian traffic.
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🔵 Mughal Road (Jammu ↔ Srinagar via Poonch)
After GREF clearance & good road condition:
• LMVs (Passenger/Private Cars) allowed from both sides (Jammu ↔ Srinagar via Poonch).
• Allowed between 0600–1730 hrs from Behramgala (Baffliaz) and 0600–1700 hrs from Herpora (Shopian).
• HMVs (six-tyre only) allowed from Shopian → Poonch.
• No HMV allowed from Poonch → Shopian.
TCUs Jammu & Srinagar will update in case of changes.
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🟠 Advisory
Travellers should begin journey only after confirming road status from:
• Jammu: 0191-2459048, 0191-2740550, 9419174732, Ext 103
• Srinagar: 0194-2450022, 2485396, 18001807091, Ext 103
• Ramban: 9419993745, 18001807043
• Udhampur: 8491928625
• PCR Kishtwar: 9906154100
• PCR Kargil: 9541920330, 9541902331
🔸 5–6 inches of fresh snow reported on the Shinkula stretch
🔸 Black ice from 18 Dett onwards, making the road extremely slippery
🔸 2×4 vehicles...
Fresh winter advisory from Lahaul–Spiti Police:
🔸 5–6 inches of fresh snow reported on the Shinkula stretch
🔸 Black ice from 18 Dett onwards, making the road extremely slippery
🔸 2×4 vehicles & two-wheelers are strictly NOT advised
🔸 194 vehicles were allowed till 27 Dett but all returned due to unsafe conditions
🔸 Baralacha Road remains CLOSED
🔸 Travellers are advised to avoid early morning & evening travel when black ice formation is highest
🔸 Move towards Shinkula only if absolutely necessary
❗ Safety First: Conditions can worsen without warning. Follow official advisories and drive cautiously.
Issued by Traffic Police Headquarters, J&K (Jammu/Srinagar)
🛣 NH-44 (Jammu–Srinagar NHW)
• Slow movement seen...
Traffic Update | Jammu–Srinagar NHW & Other Key Routes (30 Nov 2025)
Issued by Traffic Police Headquarters, J&K (Jammu/Srinagar)
🛣 NH-44 (Jammu–Srinagar NHW)
• Slow movement seen (28–29 Nov) due to single-lane traffic at Balinalla, Dewal, Nashri-Dalwas, Marog–Kishtwari Pather & breakdown of 3 HMV trucks.
• Daytime travel advised for LMVs/Passengers.
• Avoid night travel due to heavy HMV movement between Nashri Tunnel & NAVYUG Tunnel.
• Overtaking & wrong-lane driving will cause congestion—follow lane discipline.
🚗 Traffic Allowed (Subject to Weather & Road Condition)
✔ LMVs Passenger / HPVs / Private Cars / HMVs (Goods) allowed from both sides between Jammu ↔ Srinagar on NH-44.
✔ Drivers must coordinate with TCU Ramban for real-time updates.
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🚛 Security Forces Convoy
• Allowed from both sides on NH-44 (Jammu ↔ Srinagar).
• Movement only after clearance from TCU Ramban.
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🏔 Kishtwar–Sinthan–Anantnag (NH-244)
• Only LMVs allowed from both sides:
– Anantnag ↔ Kishtwar
• Timing: 10:00 hrs – 15:00 hrs
• Check points: PP Parana & PP Daksum
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❄ SSG Road (Srinagar–Sonamarg–Gumari)
• LMVs followed by HMVs allowed from Minamarg → Srinagar (05:00–10:00 hrs)
• LMVs followed by HMVs allowed from Sonamarg → Kargil (11:30–17:30 hrs)
• No vehicle permitted after cut-off timings.
• SF Convoy must plan movement so civil traffic (UP & DOWN) remains unaffected.
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🌄 Mughal Road
• LMVs Passenger/Private cars allowed both ways via Poonch → Srinagar and vice-versa.
• Allowed from Behramgala (Baffliaz): 06:00–17:30 hrs
• Allowed from Herpora (Shopian): 06:00–17:00 hrs
• HMVs (6 tyres only) allowed Poonch → Shopian
• No HMV allowed from Shopian towards Mughal Road.
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📞 Advisory & Helplines
Travel only after confirming real-time status.
Traffic Control Units:
• Jammu: 0191-2459048 / 0191-2740500 / 9419147732 (103)
• Srinagar: 0194-2450022 / 2485396 / 18001807091 (103)
• Ramban: 9419993745 / 1800-180-7043
• Udhampur: 8491928625
• PCR Kishtwar: 9906154100
• PCR Kargil: 9541902330 / 9541902331
📌 Source: Traffic Plan & Advisory issued by Traffic Police Headquarters, J&K, for 30 November 2025.
The Zing Zing Bar to Sarchu stretch on NH-03 has been reopened for traffic movement.
🔹 Validity:
✔ Open for the next 10 days, i.e., from 27 November 2025...
Traffic Update | Darcha – Sarchu (NH-03)
The Zing Zing Bar to Sarchu stretch on NH-03 has been reopened for traffic movement.
🔹 Validity:
✔ Open for the next 10 days, i.e., from 27 November 2025 till 7 December 2025
🔹 Daily Movement Timing:
✔ 09:00 AM to 03:00 PM for all vehicles
🔹 Regulation:
✔ Traffic will be managed by the police department depending on weather & road conditions
✔ Order issued after VC meeting with DC Leh, SP Lahaul & Spiti, SDM Lahaul, DSP Lahaul & BRO 70 RCC
📌 Source:
Deputy Commissioner-cum-Chairman, DDMA, Lahaul & Spiti
Office Order No. DDMA/BRO/2025-1424, dated 27 November 2025
Source: Traffic Police Headquarters, J&K (Advisory for 28-11-2025)
NH-44 (Jammu–Srinagar Highway)
Slow movement reported between Ballianla, Dhalwas,...
TRAFFIC UPDATE - Jammu Kashmir
Source: Traffic Police Headquarters, J&K (Advisory for 28-11-2025)
NH-44 (Jammu–Srinagar Highway)
Slow movement reported between Ballianla, Dhalwas, Nashri–Dalwas, Marog and Kishtwari Pathar due to single-lane traffic and breakdown of two HMVs.
LMVs/Passengers are advised to prefer daytime travel only. Night movement of HMVs between Nashri Tunnel – Navyug Tunnel may cause inconvenience.
Commuters must strictly follow lane discipline; no overtaking or wrong-lane driving.
LMVs / Private Vehicles
Subject to weather and road clearance, LMVs shall be allowed to travel both ways on NH-44 between Jammu ↔ Srinagar.
Final permission will be given by TCU Jammu / TCU Srinagar.
Security Forces Convoy
SFs will move both ways on NH-44 after clearance from TCU Ramban.
Kishtwar – Sinthan – Anantnag (NH-244)
LMVs allowed both sides between Anantnag ↔ Kishtwar/Sinthan-Anantnag after green signal from NHDCL.
Regulated movement window: 1000 hrs – 1500 hrs (PP Parana ↔ PP Daksum).
SSG Road (Srinagar–Sonamarg–Gumri)
LMVs will be allowed both ways on Srinagar–Sonamarg–Gumri after road clearance.
HMVs allowed as follows:
Srinagar → Kargil: 0500 hrs – 1000 hrs
Kargil → Srinagar: 1130 hrs – 1730 hrs
SF convoy movement will be scheduled to avoid disruption to civilian traffic.
Mughal Road (Buffliaz–Herpora)
After clearance from GREF, LMVs will be allowed both ways between Buffliaz ↔ Herpora.
HMVs allowed from Behramgala (Buffliaz) between 0600 hrs – 1730 hrs.
LMVs also allowed from Poonch ↔ Shopian, regulated by TCU Mughal Road and TCU Srinagar.
IMPORTANT ADVISORY
Travellers must confirm the latest road status from the Traffic Control Units before starting their journey.
Key Helpline Numbers:
Jammu: 0191-2459048, 0191-2740550
Srinagar: 0194-2450022
Ramban: 9419993745
Udhampur: 8491928625
PCR Kishtwar: 9541902330 / 9541902331
📍 Source: Deputy Commissioner, Lahaul & Spiti (DDMA) |
The Grampoo to Losar road (NH-505) has been officially closed from 25 November 2025...
NH-505 TRAVEL ALERT | GRAMPHOO–LOSAR ROAD CLOSED
📍 Source: Deputy Commissioner, Lahaul & Spiti (DDMA) |
The Grampoo to Losar road (NH-505) has been officially closed from 25 November 2025 onwards due to extreme cold, black ice, and dangerous winter conditions near Kunzum Pass.
🔴 NO VEHICLE MOVEMENT ALLOWED till further orders.
Why the closure?
• Severe black icing making the route extremely slippery
• Heavy snowfall + sub-zero temperatures at Kunzum Pass
• High risk of vehicles getting stranded
• BRO recommendation for public safety
• Rescue operations becoming very risky
⚠️ Important: Violation of this order can lead to legal action under Disaster Management Act 2005, including fines or imprisonment up to 1 year.
📍 Source: Traffic Police Headquarters, J&K
🔴 NH-44 (Jammu–Srinagar Highway)
From 23 Nov (1600 hrs) to 24 Nov (1600 hrs), slow movement reported due to...
Traffic Update | 25 NOV 2025
📍 Source: Traffic Police Headquarters, J&K
🔴 NH-44 (Jammu–Srinagar Highway)
From 23 Nov (1600 hrs) to 24 Nov (1600 hrs), slow movement reported due to single-lane traffic at Balinalla, Dewal, Nashri–Dalwas, Marog–Kishtwari Pather.
➡️ Day travel advised; night travel may face issues due to HMV movement & nomad migration.
➡️ Overtaking & wrong-lane driving strictly discouraged to avoid congestion.
➡️ LMVs/HPVs/Private Cars allowed from both sides, subject to weather.
⚠️ Coordination must be done with TCU Ramban for latest status.
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🟠 SF Convoy Movement (NH-44)
Security forces allowed movement from both sides after confirmation from TCU Ramban.
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🟡 Kishtwar–Sinthan–Anantnag (NH-244)
➡️ Only LMVs allowed from both sides, Anantnag ↔ Kishtwar.
Allowed between 1000 hrs – 1500 hrs at PP Parana & PP Daksum.
Subject to weather & NHIDCL green signal.
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🟢 SSG Road (Srinagar–Sonamarg–Gumari)
➡️ From Minamarg → Srinagar: LMVs+HMVs allowed 0500–1000 hrs.
➡️ From Sonamarg → Kargil: LMVs+HMVs allowed 1130–1730 hrs.
❌ No traffic allowed after convoy timings.
⚠️ SF convoys must plan to avoid disturbing civil traffic.
🔵 Mughal Road (Bafliaz–Shopian)
➡️ LMVs/Private Cars allowed both sides: Jammu ↔ Srinagar via Poonch.
✔️ Behramgala (Bafliaz): 0600–1730 hrs
✔️ Herpora (Shopian): 0600–1700 hrs
❌ HMVs (6 tyres+) allowed only Shopian → Poonch.
❌ No HMV allowed from Poonch → Shopian.
📞 Road Status Helplines
Jammu: 0191-2459048 / 0191-2740550 / 9419147732
Srinagar: 0194-2450022 / 2485396 / 18001807091
Ramban: 9419993745 / 1800-180-7043
Udhampur: 8491926825
PCR Kishtwar: 9906154100
PCR Kargil: 9541920300 / 9541920331