Mudslides and shooting stones block Jammu-Srinagar Highway; restoration work underway

The vital transportation lifeline of the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) has been severely disrupted due to a series of mudslides and shooting stones along the critical stretch between Ramban and Banihal.

Traffic update at1015 hrs Restoration work is in progress on NH-44. People are advised to avoid journey on NH-44 till the road is clear.@JmuKmrPolice@JKTransportDept@OfficeOfLGJandK@Divcomjammu@DivComKash@ZPHQJammu@diprjk@ddnews_jammu@ddnewsSrinagar@ddnewsladakh pic.twitter.com/xQACVZQvAl

— J&K Traffic Police (@Traffic_hqrs) March 14, 2024

Commuters and authorities are grappling with the challenges posed by the obstruction, with visuals depicting the severity of the situation.

Restoration work is actively underway, but people are strongly advised to avoid journeys on NH-44 until the road is cleared.

The perilous conditions along the highway necessitate caution, with the threat of further landslides looming large.

Efforts to clear the debris and ensure safe passage for travelers continue amidst the daunting task faced by restoration crews.