Jammu-Srinagar Highway Traffic Advisory 3rd Sep 2026 : NH-44, NH-244, SSG Road & Mughal Road Traffic Plan
Jammu-Srinagar Highway Traffic Advisory 3rd Sep 2026 : NH-44, NH-244, SSG Road & Mughal Road Traffic Plan
Jammu-Srinagar Highway Traffic Advisory: NH-44 Traffic Plan and Road Restrictions
Jammu/Srinagar: The Traffic Police Headquarters, J&K, has issued a detailed Jammu-Srinagar Highway Traffic Advisory covering the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) and other important routes in Jammu and Kashmir. The advisory highlights slow traffic movement, single-lane stretches, road construction, shooting-stone risks, adverse weather conditions and specific movement timings for different categories of vehicles.
The advisory covers the period from September 1, 2026, at 6 PM to September 2, 2026, at 6 PM, while a separate Traffic Plan and Advisory has been issued for September 3, 2026.
Slow Traffic Reported on NH-44
According to the Traffic Police Headquarters, very slow traffic movement was observed on NH-44 due to a single-lane road, undulating and uneven road surfaces at Dwal/Darwal in Udhampur, as well as a single-lane stretch between Ramban and Banihal.
A vehicle breakdown at Marog also contributed to traffic disruption on the highway.
Traffic has been managed in a regulated manner at the affected stretch in Udhampur, where the single-lane portion is approximately 30–40 metres long.
Commuters are advised to remain patient and follow the directions of traffic personnel while passing through these restricted stretches.
Heavy Rainfall Forecast: Travellers Advised to Check Road Status
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The advisory comes amid a forecast of heavy rainfall over the next few days. In view of the expected weather conditions, the general public has been advised to undertake journeys only after confirming the latest road status from the concerned Traffic Control Units (TCUs) at Srinagar, Ramban and Jammu.
Travellers have also been advised to monitor the official J&K Traffic Police social-media updates, including its Twitter/X and Facebook pages, before starting their journey.
Weather conditions in the region can rapidly affect road conditions, particularly on mountainous stretches. Therefore, travellers should avoid relying solely on previously available information and should confirm the latest traffic situation before departure.
Night Travel on Jammu-Srinagar Highway Discouraged
Passengers and Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) operators have been advised to preferably travel on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway during daytime.
Night travel should be avoided because of the possibility of:
Shooting stones
Ongoing road construction
Single-lane stretches
Uneven road surfaces
Traffic congestion between Ramban and Banihal
The advisory particularly highlights the construction and widening work between Ramban and Banihal, which may cause inconvenience and delays for commuters.
Tanker Movement Restricted During Daytime
The Traffic Police has also highlighted ongoing widening work by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) in the Digdole-Khooni Nalla area along NH-44.
In view of the work, the movement of Kashmir-bound oil/gas tankers is restricted during daytime between approximately 7 AM and 3 PM.
Tankers carrying inflammable material are subject to additional movement restrictions. The advisory states that movement of such tankers beyond Chenani will be permitted only after 5 PM, subject to the applicable cut-off timings.
Tanker operators have been advised to plan their journeys carefully to avoid inconvenience and delays.
Good Carriers Advised to Carry Sufficient Fuel
Goods carrier and heavy-vehicle operators have been advised to ensure that their vehicles are in proper working condition and carry sufficient fuel before undertaking journeys on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway.
Traffic Police has pointed out that the ongoing road widening and construction work between Ramban and Banihal can cause delays. Operators are therefore advised to keep adequate fuel and avoid unnecessary halts on the highway.
HMVs Asked to Avoid Overloading
Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) operators and owners have been requested to avoid overloading their vehicles and to carry sufficient fuel during their journey.
They have also been advised to check the condition of their vehicles and ensure that all necessary arrangements are in place before starting the journey on NH-44.
Commuters Advised to Avoid Unnecessary Halts
The Traffic Police has asked commuters to avoid unnecessary halts between Ramban and Banihal, particularly near areas where road widening and construction activities are underway.
Unnecessary stoppages can worsen congestion and make movement difficult on already restricted stretches.
Traffic Plan & Advisory for September 3, 2026
The Traffic Police has issued a separate traffic plan for September 3, 2026, covering NH-44 and other major routes.
Jammu-Srinagar NH-44 Traffic Plan
Subject to fair weather and good road conditions, LMVs, passenger vehicles and private cars are permitted to move on both sides of the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44).
Vehicles can travel:
From Jammu towards Srinagar
From Srinagar towards Jammu
Commuters have been specifically advised to maintain lane discipline. Overtaking and wrong-lane driving can result in congestion, especially on narrow and single-lane stretches.
The TCU Jammu and TCU Srinagar will coordinate with TCU Ramban regarding the latest road conditions and traffic movement.
Army and Security Force Convoy Movement
Subject to favourable weather and good road conditions, Army/Security Force vehicles will be allowed to move on both sides of NH-44 between Jammu and Srinagar.
Security-force convoys will move only after confirmation of the road status from TCU Ramban.
Other road users are advised to cooperate with convoy movement and avoid creating unnecessary obstruction or congestion.
NH-244: Kishtwar–Sinthan–Anantnag Traffic Advisory
The advisory also covers the Kishtwar-Sinthan-Anantnag road (NH-244).
Subject to fair weather and good road conditions, and after receiving the green signal from the concerned road-maintenance agencies, LMVs, passenger vehicles and private cars may be permitted to travel on both sides of the route.
Movement will be regulated according to designated timings and road conditions.
Vehicles travelling towards Anantnag and Kishtwar must adhere strictly to the prescribed cut-off timings. No vehicle should attempt to travel after the specified cut-off time.
The concerned Traffic Control Units have been directed to communicate the applicable timings to commuters and coordinate with the relevant authorities.
Travellers using NH-244 are therefore advised to confirm the latest road status and permitted movement timings before starting their journey.
SSG Road Traffic Advisory
The advisory also provides movement guidelines for the SSG Road/Srinagar-Sonamarg route.
Subject to fair weather and good road conditions, LMVs may be allowed to operate from both sides on the Srinagar-Sonamarg route, including movement towards Kargil and vice versa.
Vehicles travelling towards Kargil or Srinagar are required to obtain the green signal from the concerned road-maintenance authorities before proceeding.
Important SSG Road Timings
LMV movement is subject to clearance from the concerned road-maintenance agency.
HMV movement towards Kargil is permitted during the specified afternoon window.
No vehicle movement is permitted after 5 PM.
Motorists have been advised to drive carefully and use anti-skid chains where necessary because of slippery road conditions.
TCU Srinagar and the concerned Traffic Control Unit at Kargil will communicate the applicable cut-off timings.
Army and security-force convoy movement on the SSG Road will also be planned in a manner that does not unnecessarily disrupt civilian traffic.
Mughal Road Traffic Advisory
The Mughal Road (NH-701A) is also covered under the traffic plan.
Subject to fair weather and good road conditions, and after clearance from the concerned road-maintenance agency, vehicular movement will be allowed on the route.
The advisory allows LMVs followed by HMVs up to 10 tyres, subject to the prevailing road conditions and official clearance.
Vehicles may operate from both sides, including:
Poonch towards Shopian
Shopian towards Poonch
Movement towards Shopian and Poonch will be regulated according to specified time windows.
Travellers are advised not to attempt movement after the prescribed cut-off time. The Traffic Police has directed the concerned traffic units to inform commuters about the applicable timings.
Important Safety Guidelines for Jammu & Kashmir Travellers
The latest Jammu-Srinagar Highway Traffic Advisory highlights several precautions that motorists should follow:
Check the road status before starting your journey, particularly during periods of heavy rainfall.
Prefer daytime travel on NH-44 and avoid unnecessary night journeys.
Follow lane discipline on single-lane and construction stretches.
Do not overtake from the wrong lane.
Avoid unnecessary stoppages between Ramban and Banihal.
Heavy vehicles should carry sufficient fuel before beginning the journey.
Avoid overloading goods and heavy vehicles.
Watch out for shooting stones in vulnerable mountainous areas.
Follow traffic police instructions at regulated stretches.
Check the latest cut-off timings before travelling on NH-244, SSG Road and Mughal Road.
Do not travel after the prescribed cut-off time.
Motorists should exercise extra caution on slippery roads and during adverse weather.
Traffic Control Numbers
The advisory directs people to confirm road conditions from the concerned Traffic Control Units before travelling. The listed control-room contacts include Jammu, Srinagar, Ramban, Udhampur, PCR Kishtwar and PCR Kargil.
Because telephone numbers in the supplied image are low-resolution and some digits are not reliably legible, they should be verified against the latest official J&K Traffic Police communication before publication.
Key Takeaway
The Jammu-Srinagar Highway Traffic Advisory urges commuters to exercise caution because of heavy rainfall, road construction, single-lane stretches, shooting-stone risks and possible traffic congestion. The Jammu-Srinagar NH-44 remains open subject to weather and road conditions, but travellers should confirm the latest status with the Traffic Control Units before beginning their journey.
The same precaution applies to NH-244 (Kishtwar-Sinthan-Anantnag), SSG Road and Mughal Road, where vehicle movement is subject to road conditions, official clearance and specified cut-off timings.
For commuters, the most important advice is simple: check the latest road status, travel during permitted hours, follow lane discipline and obey Traffic Police instructions.
