Jammu-Srinagar Highway Traffic Advisory 18th Oct 2026,NH-44, SSG Road, & Travel Guidelines

Traffic Police Headquarters J&K Issues Traffic Advisory for October 18–20, 2026

The Traffic Police Headquarters, Jammu and Kashmir, has issued a traffic advisory for October 18 to October 20, 2026, regarding the movement of traffic on the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway (NH-44), Mughal Road, Sinthan Road, and other important routes.

The advisory highlights traffic restrictions, road maintenance work, possible delays, and weather-related precautions. Commuters, tourists, transporters, and drivers travelling between Jammu, Srinagar, Ramban, Banihal, Doda, Kishtwar, and adjoining areas are advised to check the latest traffic updates before starting their journey.

1. Traffic Advisory for NH-44 (Jammu–Srinagar National Highway)

Traffic movement on NH-44 will remain subject to road conditions, weather, and ongoing maintenance work. Commuters are advised to exercise caution, particularly on stretches where road widening, shooting stones, landslides, or construction activities may affect traffic.

The traffic police have also advised commuters to avoid travelling during periods of poor visibility or adverse weather conditions.

2. Traffic Movement Between Ramban and Banihal

Traffic movement on the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway has been affected by single-lane stretches, uneven road surfaces, vehicle breakdowns, and the movement of nomadic herds.

According to the advisory, very slow traffic movement was observed from 4:00 PM on October 18 to 4:00 PM on October 19, 2026, due to the following factors:

Traffic on the single-lane stretch from Marog to Kishtwari Pather is likely to remain slow. Commuters are advised to maintain lane discipline and avoid unnecessary overtaking.

Traffic will be regulated at Udhampur on NH-44, where vehicles may experience delays of approximately 30–40 minutes due to single-lane conditions.

3. Advisory for LMV and Passenger Vehicle Operators

Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) and passenger vehicle operators travelling on the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway are advised to undertake their journeys during daylight hours.

Night travel should be avoided due to the possibility of shooting stones and landslides, particularly in vulnerable stretches between Ramban and Banihal.

Drivers should also:

4. Advisory for Oil Tankers and Gas Tankers

In view of widening work being undertaken by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) on the DigdoI–Khooni Nallah stretch of NH-44, the movement of Kashmir-bound oil and gas tankers will remain restricted during daytime hours.

The advisory specifies the following restrictions:

Transporters should confirm the applicable timings with traffic authorities before departure.

5. Advisory for Goods Carriers and HMVs

Goods carriers and Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) operators transporting fresh vegetables and other perishable goods have been advised to load their vehicles in accordance with the latest traffic advisory.

The movement of vehicles may be affected by shooting stones, landslides, and ongoing construction work between Ramban and Banihal.

HMV operators and vehicle owners are also advised to:

Commuters are specifically advised to avoid unnecessary halting between Ramban and Banihal, especially near vulnerable stretches.

6. Traffic Plan for October 18, 2026

Jammu–Srinagar National Highway (NH-44)

Subject to fair weather and good road conditions, LMVs, passenger vehicles, private cars, and eligible heavy motor vehicles and goods carriers will be allowed to travel in both directions on NH-44, from Jammu towards Srinagar and vice versa.

Commuters must follow lane discipline. Wrong-lane driving should be avoided, as it can cause congestion and disrupt traffic movement.

The Traffic Control Units (TCUs) at Jammu and Srinagar will coordinate with the TCU at Ramban regarding the prevailing road conditions.

Movement of Army and Security Forces Convoys

Subject to fair weather and favourable road conditions, security forces’ vehicles will be allowed to move in both directions on the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway.

Convoys should proceed only after confirming the status of the highway with the TCU Ramban.

7. Kishtwar–Sinthan–Anantnag Road (NH-244)

Subject to fair weather and favourable road conditions, LMVs, passenger vehicles, and private cars will be allowed to travel on the Kishtwar–Sinthan–Anantnag road after receiving clearance from the concerned road maintenance agencies, including NHIDCL.

The advisory specifies the following movement timings:

No vehicle will be allowed to proceed after the prescribed cut-off timings.

The Traffic Control Units at Jammu, Ramban, and Srinagar will inform commuters about the relevant cut-off timings and road conditions.

8. Srinagar–Sonamarg–Gumri Road (SSG Road)

The SSG Road advisory applies to traffic movement between Sonamarg and Kargil, subject to favourable weather and road conditions.

As per the advisory, LMVs will be allowed to travel from both sides on the Srinagar–Sonamarg–Gumri road, subject to clearance from the road maintenance agencies.

Motorists are advised to carry and use anti-skid chains to improve tyre grip on slippery road surfaces.

Traffic Control Units at Srinagar and PCR Kargil will inform commuters about cut-off timings.

Security forces’ convoys on the SSG Road should plan their movement in a manner that does not disturb civilian traffic.

9. Mughal Road (NH-701A)

Subject to fair weather and good road conditions, vehicles with up to 10 tyres will be allowed to travel on the Mughal Road after clearance from the road maintenance agency, the General Reserve Engineer Force (GREF).

Vehicles will be permitted to travel from both sides between Poonch and Shopian, subject to the notified arrangements.

The advisory specifies the following timings:

Commuters must follow instructions issued by traffic authorities and road maintenance agencies before travelling on the Mughal Road.

10. Important Instructions for Commuters

Traffic Police Headquarters has advised people to undertake journeys only after confirming the status of the roads from the concerned Traffic Control Units.

Before travelling, commuters should:

11. Traffic Control Unit Contact Numbers

For information regarding road conditions and traffic movement, commuters may contact the following traffic control units. Please verify the numbers against the original notice before publishing, as some digits are difficult to read in the supplied image.