Archive · 30 Jul 2026
Jammu‑Srinagar Highway Closed Friday for Expansion and Debris Clearance
The main road that connects the cities of Jammu and Srinagar was shut down on Friday.
Workers are making the road wider and taking away loose rocks that could fall on cars.
The closure started on Thursday night, and no cars can go past certain points after 10 pm.
The National Highways Authority of India asked for the closure to keep people safe.
Drivers are told to avoid the road and listen to traffic updates.
Traffic on the Jammu‑Srinagar national highway suspended on Friday between Udhampur and Banihal.
Works include widening the hill‑side carriageway at Ladha and Samroli and removing overhanging debris near Gangroo and Kishtwari Pather.
Restrictions on vehicle movement began Thursday night, with no vehicles allowed beyond Nagrota or Qazigund after 10 pm.
The National Highways Authority of India requested the closure, citing safety of commuters and drivers.
Commuters urged to avoid the route and follow official traffic advisories.
- Who
- Officials of the National Highways Authority of India and district magistrates of Udhampur and Ramban
- What
- Closure of the Jammu‑Srinagar national highway for widening and debris removal
- When
- Friday, with restrictions starting Thursday night
- Where
- Jammu‑Srinagar national highway between Udhampur and Banihal, from Jakheni to the Navyug Tunnel
- Why
- To improve safety by widening the carriageway and removing overhanging debris
- Highway
- Jammu‑Srinagar national highway
- Closure date
- Friday
- Scope
- Udhampur to Banihal
- Authority
- National Highways Authority of India
- Reason
- Widening and debris removal