Landslides have shut NH44, Mughal Road, and key routes, cutting off Kashmir Valley. Officials urge travelers to avoid the region.
File Photo :Areal view for Tharad landslide, Jammu-Udhampur-Chenani Highway
Jammu, Sept 5 — Landslides and road collapses have shut down the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway, Mughal Road, Sinthan–Anantnag route, Jammu–Poonch highway, and the Batote–Doda–Kishtwar corridor. These closures have completely cut off surface connectivity to the Kashmir Valley. Officials confirmed the disruption and urged travelers to avoid the region.
NH44 Closed: Landslides Block Key Kashmir Routes
NH44 remains shut from Udhampur to Banihal. Debris blocks Peerah Tunnel; road collapses hit Panthyal, Maroog, and Nachilana. Over 3,500 vehicles stranded.
NH44 High way work in progress
Highway Disruptions Worsen Across Jammu Region
The Chenani–Bhaderwah route remains blocked due to unstable terrain and active slope failures. Meanwhile, landslides in Pul Doda have shut the Batote–Doda–Kishtwar Highway, stranding over 200 vehicles. Additionally, the Jammu–Rajouri–Poonch Highway is closed at Chowki Choura near the Kandi Tunnel, cutting off access to western districts and affecting more than 400 vehicles.
Kashmir Access Severely Limited
Officials report closures on Mughal Road, Sinthan–Anantnag, and Kishtwar–Sinthan Pass due to shooting stones and debris. With all major highways blocked, only Srinagar Airport and the Katra railway line remain operational—offering limited relief.
Restoration Underway; Travel Restrictions Remain
BRO and NDRF teams are working on a war footing across affected zones. Authorities urge commuters from Katra and Udhampur to carry valid photo ID for smoother movement. Meanwhile, inter-district roads in Kathua, Rajouri, Doda, Kishtwar, Ramban, and Reasi remain closed due to falling boulders and unstable slopes.
🚧 Major Highway Closures (Updated with Transitions)
More than 3,500 vehicles remain stranded across Kathua, Samba, Jammu, Udhampur, Ramban, and the Kashmir Valley.
NH-44 (Jammu–Srinagar): Currently shut from Jakheni (Udhampur) to Banihal.
→ Landslides and collapses have damaged key stretches at Panthyal, Maroog, Peerah Tunnel, Nachilana, and Shalgadi.
→ One tube of the Peerah Tunnel is buried under debris, while road sections near Tharad, Samroli, and Peerah have been washed away.
- Meanwhile, the Batote–Bhaderwah Road remains blocked due to unstable terrain and active slope failures.
- Additionally, landslides in Pul Doda have shut the Batote–Doda–Kishtwar Highway, stranding over 200 vehicles.
- Furthermore, the Jammu–Rajouri–Poonch Highway is closed at Chowki Choura near the Kandi Tunnel, affecting more than 400 vehicles and cutting off access to western districts.
- In parallel, the Mughal Road, Sinthan–Anantnag Road, and Kishtwar–Sinthan Pass are closed due to shooting stones and debris.
📢 Public Advisory
- Avoid travel unless absolutely necessary
- Stay away from slopes, riverbanks, and unstable structures
- As a precaution, carry valid photo ID if traveling from Katra or Udhampur
- Stay informed by following updates from Traffic Control Units and IMD alerts
🆘 Over 3,700 vehicles stranded, rescue and clearance operations underway. 📦 Essential supplies rerouted via Mughal Road under weather clearance protocols
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