Jammu-Srinagar Highway Traffic Advisory 23rd Oct 2026,NH-44, SSG Road, & Travel Guidelines
Jammu-Srinagar Highway Traffic Advisory 23rd Oct 2026,NH-44, SSG Road, & Travel Guidelines
J&K Traffic Police Advisory :
The Traffic Police Headquarters, Jammu and Kashmir, has issued a traffic advisory regarding road conditions, traffic restrictions, convoy movement and travel precautions on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44), Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumri (SSG) Road, Mughal Road and other important routes.
Commuters, Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) drivers, Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) operators, passenger vehicles and goods carriers have been advised to check the latest road status before starting their journeys. Travellers should exercise caution because of single-lane traffic, shooting stones, landslides, ongoing road construction and restrictions on certain stretches.
Traffic Update on Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44)
According to the advisory, very slow traffic movement was observed on NH-44 from 21 October 2026 at 4:00 PM to 22 October 2026 at 4:00 PM.
The slow movement was attributed to single-lane traffic, ongoing roadwork and the breakdown of three vehicles between Ramban and Ramsu. The movement of nomadic herds crossing the Banihal-Nachlana stretch also affected traffic.
Due to the movement of nomadic herds, traffic on the stretch from Marog to Kishtwari Pather was moving slowly. Commuters have been advised to follow lane discipline and avoid overtaking.
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Traffic was also being regulated at Dhalwas and Udhampur on NH-44 because of single-lane movement over approximately 30–40 metres.
Important instructions for commuters
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LMV and passenger vehicle drivers should preferably travel during daylight hours.
Night travel should be avoided because of the possibility of shooting stones and landslides.
Drivers should expect delays due to construction work and traffic congestion between Ramban and Banihal.
Goods carriers transporting fresh, perishable or live stock should follow the time schedule issued by Traffic Police Headquarters.
HMV operators should avoid overloading their vehicles and carry sufficient fuel for the journey.
Vehicle owners should check the fitness of their vehicles and carry essential supplies before travelling on NH-44.
Commuters should avoid unnecessary halts, particularly near landslide-prone and shooting-stone areas.
Traffic Plan for October 23, 2026
1. Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44)
Subject to fair weather and improved road conditions, LMVs, passenger vehicles, private cars, HMVs and goods carriers will be allowed to travel in both directions on NH-44, from Jammu towards Srinagar and vice versa.
Commuters have been advised to maintain lane discipline, avoid overtaking and refrain from wrong-lane driving, as these practices may cause traffic congestion.
The Traffic Control Units (TCUs) of Jammu and Srinagar will coordinate with TCU Ramban regarding road conditions and traffic regulation.
2. Army and Security Forces Convoy Movement
Subject to fair weather and favourable road conditions, Army and security forces vehicles will be permitted to move in both directions on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway.
Convoys will proceed only after confirming the latest NH-44 traffic status from TCU Ramban. The movement will be regulated to minimise inconvenience to civilian traffic.
3. Kishtwar-Sinthan-Anantnag Road (NH-244)
As per the orders mentioned in the advisory, LMVs, passenger vehicles and private cars will be allowed to ply in both directions on the Kishtwar-Sinthan-Anantnag road, subject to clearance from the road maintenance agency, NHIDCL.
Vehicles will be permitted to move according to the following schedule:
From FP Pather towards Anantnag: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
From Daksum towards Kishtwar: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
No vehicle will be allowed to proceed after the designated cut-off time.
The Traffic Control Units at Jammu, Ramban and Srinagar will inform the concerned authorities and commuters about the cut-off timings.
Travellers are advised to confirm the road’s operational status before leaving, as movement depends on weather conditions and clearance from the road maintenance agency.
4. Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumri Road (SSG Road)
Subject to fair weather and good road conditions, LMVs will be allowed to travel in both directions on the Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumri road, connecting Srinagar with Kargil.
The traffic schedule is as follows:
Vehicles travelling from Sonamarg towards Kargil and from Minamarg towards Srinagar will be permitted up to 1:00 PM, subject to a green signal from the road maintenance agency.
Heavy Motor Vehicles travelling from Minamarg towards Srinagar will be allowed between 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM.
No vehicle will be permitted to move after 5:00 PM.
Motorists have been advised to carry anti-skid chains to improve tyre grip on slippery road surfaces.
TCU Srinagar and PCR Kargil will communicate the cut-off timings to all concerned authorities. Security forces convoys travelling on the SSG Road should plan their movements to ensure that civilian traffic is not disrupted.
5. Mughal Road (NH-701A)
Subject to favourable weather and road conditions, vehicular movement will be permitted on Mughal Road after clearance from the road maintenance agency, the General Reserve Engineer Force (GREF).
LMVs, followed by HMVs weighing up to 10 tonnes, will be allowed to travel in both directions between Poonch and Shopian.
The permitted movement schedule is :
From Chandimarh (Buffliaz) towards Shopian : 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
From Heerpora (Shopian) towards Poonch : 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
No vehicle will be allowed to proceed after the prescribed cut-off time.
The advisory refers to an order issued by the District Magistrate, Shopian, dated 3 July 2026. The Traffic Control Units of Jammu and Srinagar will inform the concerned authorities about the applicable cut-off timings.
Commuters should verify the latest road status before travelling, as permission to move remains subject to clearance from the road maintenance agency.
Important Travel Advisory for Commuters
The Traffic Police Headquarters has issued the following general instructions for people travelling on Jammu and Kashmir’s highways and mountainous roads:
Check road status before departure: Confirm the latest traffic position with the relevant Traffic Control Unit.
Prefer daylight travel: Avoid unnecessary night journeys on stretches vulnerable to shooting stones and landslides.
Follow traffic restrictions: Do not proceed beyond the notified cut-off times.
Maintain lane discipline: Avoid overtaking, wrong-lane driving and unnecessary stops.
Keep vehicles roadworthy: Check brakes, tyres and other essential components before starting the journey.
Carry sufficient fuel: HMV operators should ensure that their vehicles have adequate fuel and should avoid overloading.
Follow official instructions: Proceed only when the concerned traffic authorities and road maintenance agencies permit movement.
Allow emergency and convoy movements: Cooperate with traffic personnel during the regulated movement of security forces and other authorised vehicles.
Traffic Control Room Contact Details
ADVISORY
People are advised to undertake their journey only after confirming the status of the road from Traffic Control Units as under:
Jammu: 0191-2459048, 0191-2740550, 9419147732, 103
Srinagar: 0194-2450022, 2485392, 18001007091, 103
Ramban: 9419993776, 1800-180-7043
Udhampur: 8491092655
PCR Kashmir: 0194-2451541
PCR Kargil: 9419023330, 8491002331
