Jammu-Srinagar Highway Traffic Advisory 11th Oct 2026,NH-44, SSG Road, & Travel Guidelines
Jammu-Srinagar Highway Traffic Advisory 11th Oct 2026,NH-44, SSG Road, & Travel Guidelines
J&K Traffic Police Issues Fresh Travel Advisory
The Traffic Police Headquarters, Jammu and Srinagar, has issued a traffic advisory for commuters, passengers, transport operators and other road users travelling on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44), Mughal Road, Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumri (SSG) Road and other important routes in Jammu and Kashmir.
The advisory highlights traffic restrictions due to single-lane road stretches, road maintenance work, shooting-stone and landslide risks, ongoing construction activities and scheduled movement of security forces and heavy vehicles.
Travellers have been advised to check the latest road status with the Traffic Police before starting their journey and follow the instructions issued by the concerned authorities.
Traffic Update on NH-44: Jammu-Srinagar National Highway
From 6:00 PM on 9 October 2026 to 6:00 PM on 10 October 2026, very slow traffic movement was reported on NH-44 due to single-lane operation and uneven road surfaces at Dhaman and Udhampur, along with single-lane stretches between Marog and Kishtwari Pather.
The breakdown of three vehicles between Marog and Kishtwari Pather, along with the movement of nomadic herds, further affected traffic flow. Commuters were advised to follow lane discipline and avoid overtaking.
Traffic was being managed in a regulated manner at Dhaman and Udhampur on NH-44, with an estimated delay of around 30–40 minutes due to single-lane traffic movement.
Advisory for Passenger Vehicles and LMVs
Passenger vehicles and light motor vehicles (LMVs) have been advised to plan their journeys on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway during daylight hours.
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Night travel should be avoided due to the risk of shooting stones and landslides, movement of nomadic herds and ongoing construction work between Ramban and Banihal, which may cause inconvenience and delays.
Restrictions on Upward-Bound Oil Tankers
Due to ongoing widening work by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) on the Digdo–Khooni Nalla stretch of the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, the movement of Kashmir-bound oil tankers and gas tankers will remain restricted during daytime.
The movement of tankers loaded with inflammable material is restricted through tunnels. Accordingly, upward-bound tankers will be permitted beyond Chenani only after 5:00 PM and up to 5:00 AM, as specified in the advisory.
Tankers and gas tanker operators have been advised to plan their journeys accordingly to avoid inconvenience and ensure safety.
Advisory for Goods Carriers and HMVs
Goods carriers, including heavy motor vehicles (HMVs) and light motor vehicles carrying fresh and perishable goods, have been advised to load their vehicles according to the instructions issued by Traffic Police Headquarters from time to time.
The advisory refers to the risk of shooting stones, landslides and ongoing construction work between Ramban and Banihal. Drivers should exercise caution and follow the prescribed traffic regulations.
Advisory for HMVs and Long-Distance Drivers
Heavy motor vehicle operators have been advised to avoid overloading their vehicles and carry sufficient fuel while travelling on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway.
Vehicle owners should also ensure that their vehicles are in proper working condition and carry sufficient fuel before commencing the journey.
Commuters have been advised to avoid unnecessary stoppages between Ramban and Banihal, particularly near landslide- and shooting-stone-prone areas.
Traffic Plan for 11 October 2026
The Traffic Police has issued a separate traffic plan for 11 October 2026, subject to fair weather and good road conditions. Vehicle movement on the following routes will be regulated according to the directions mentioned below.
Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44)
Subject to favourable weather and good road conditions, LMVs, passenger vehicles, private cars, LMVs carrying passengers and goods carriers will be allowed to ply from both sides of NH-44, from Jammu towards Srinagar and vice versa.
Commuters are advised to follow lane discipline, maintain proper lane positioning and avoid congestion. The Traffic Control Unit (TCU), Jammu-Srinagar, will coordinate with TCU Ramban regarding road conditions.
Army and Security Forces Convoy Movement
Subject to fair weather and good road conditions, security forces’ vehicles will be allowed to move from both sides of NH-44, from Jammu towards Srinagar and vice versa.
The movement will take place after confirmation of the road status from TCU Ramban.
Kishtwar–Sinthan–Anantnag Road (NH-244)
As per the directions issued by the concerned authorities, subject to fair weather and good road conditions, traffic on the Kishtwar–Sinthan–Anantnag route will be regulated after obtaining clearance from the road maintenance agencies.
LMVs, passenger vehicles and private cars will be allowed to ply from both sides on the Kishtwar–Sinthan–Anantnag road.
Vehicles will be allowed to move from PPH Bungalow towards Anantnag between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM, while traffic from Daksum towards Kishtwar will be permitted between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
No vehicle will be allowed to proceed after the prescribed cut-off time. TCU Jammu, TCU Ramban and TCU Srinagar will inform the concerned authorities about the cut-off timings.
Srinagar–Sonamarg–Gumri Road (SSG Road)
Subject to fair weather and good road conditions, LMVs will be allowed to ply from both sides on the Srinagar–Sonamarg–Gumri road.
Vehicles will be permitted to move from Srinagar towards Kargil and vice versa after receiving the green signal from the road maintenance agencies, up to 1:30 PM.
Heavy motor vehicles will be allowed to move from Minamarg towards Srinagar between 12:00 noon and 2:00 PM, subject to the prescribed restrictions. No vehicle will be allowed to proceed after the stipulated cut-off time.
Motorists have been advised to carry essential supplies and fuel, as the journey may involve delays. TCU Srinagar and PCR Kargil will inform the concerned authorities about the cut-off timings.
Security force convoys using the SSG Road should plan their movement in a manner that does not disturb civilian traffic.
Mughal Road Traffic Advisory
Traffic on Mughal Road will be regulated subject to fair weather and good road conditions and after obtaining clearance from the concerned road maintenance agency.
Vehicular movement by LMVs, followed by HMVs up to ten tyres only, will be allowed to ply on Mughal Road from both sides, from Poonch towards Shopian and vice versa.
Vehicles will be permitted to move from Chandimarh towards Shopian and from Heerpora (Shopian) towards Poonch between 7:00 AM and 12:00 noon.
No vehicle will be allowed to proceed after the prescribed cut-off timings. As per the directions issued by the District Magistrate, Shopian, the road movement will remain subject to the relevant administrative instructions.
TCU Jammu and TCU Srinagar will inform the concerned authorities regarding the cut-off timings.
Important Instructions for Commuters
The Traffic Police has advised people to undertake journeys only after confirming the latest road status from the concerned Traffic Control Units.
Commuters should keep the following precautions in mind:
Check the latest traffic advisory before travelling on NH-44, NH-244, Mughal Road or SSG Road.
Avoid night travel on vulnerable stretches of NH-44 where shooting stones and landslides are a risk.
Follow lane discipline and do not overtake on single-lane road stretches.
Avoid unnecessary stoppages, particularly between Ramban and Banihal.
Follow the prescribed timings and cut-off restrictions on Kishtwar–Sinthan–Anantnag Road, SSG Road and Mughal Road.
Carry sufficient fuel and essential supplies when travelling on long-distance and mountainous routes.
Follow instructions issued by Traffic Police and road maintenance agencies.
Do not begin a journey without confirming whether the intended route is open and suitable for travel.
Traffic Control Units and Emergency Contact Information
For the latest road conditions and traffic updates, commuters should contact the relevant Traffic Control Unit or Police Control Room.
The notice lists contact details for Jammu, Srinagar, Ramban, Udhampur, PCR Kashmir and PCR Kargil. Since some telephone digits in the circulated image are not sufficiently clear, travellers should verify the numbers from the original official notice before calling.
Conclusion
The J&K Traffic Police advisory urges commuters to plan their journeys carefully because of road maintenance work, single-lane stretches, landslide risks and scheduled vehicle movements. Travellers on NH-44, NH-244, Mughal Road and SSG Road should strictly follow the prescribed timings and confirm the latest road status before departure.
Important: Traffic plans are subject to weather conditions, road clearance and further instructions from the concerned authorities. Always check for a fresh official update before travelling.
