Srinagar, Sep 11: The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway has been opened for one-way traffic from Jammu to Srinagar for Light Motor Vehicles (LMVs). Traffic officials on Thursday stated that “due to the wet bed of the Tharad stretch of the highway, the movement of Heavy Motor Vehicles (HMVs) cannot be permitted until the bed dries up.”

An official said, “LMV traffic was allowed on a trial basis, but due to the slippery surface, several vehicles got stuck and had to be pushed through with JCBs and loaders throughout the day. Owing to the wet bed of this stretch, HMV movement cannot be permitted until it dries up.”

He added that, subject to fair weather and good road conditions, only one-way traffic shall be permitted for LMVs from Jammu towards Srinagar on NH-44. These vehicles will be allowed from Nagrota (Jammu) between 0600 hrs and 1600 hrs.

Mughal Road

Mughal Road is open for passenger LMVs from Srinagar towards Jammu.

In a statement, the traffic officials said, “Subject to fair weather and good road condition, after getting green signal from Road maintenance agencies (GREF), LMVs passenger and private cars shall be allowed from Srinagar towards Jammu via Poonch. These vehicles shall be allowed from Herpora (Shopian) between 0600 hrs to 1700 hrs as per advisory issued by District Magistrate Poonch.”

However, they added that “HMVs (Fruit laden trucks six tyres only) shall be allowed from Shopian towards Poonch and no HMV will be allowed from Herpora Naka towards Poonch after 1000 hrs.”

Moreover, they said no Kashmir bound HMV shall be permitted from Jammu towards Mughal Road. TCU Jammu and TCU Srinagar will inform all concerned about the traffic advisory and cut off timings.

Kishtwar- Sinthan- Anantnag NH-244

The officials said only LMVs shall be allowed from both sides viz from Anantnag towards Kishtwar and vice- versa on Kishtwar-Sinthan-Anantnag road subject to fair weather and good road condition and green signal from NHIDCL.

These vehicles shall be allowed from PP Parana towards Anantnag from 0800 hrs to 1600 hrs and from PP Daksum towards Kishtwar from 0900 hrs. to 1500 hrs. as per order issued by SDM Chhatroo.

SSG ROAD
If fair weather prevails, traffic movement will be allowed on regulated manner on Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumari road, the officials said.

they said LMVs followed by HMVs shall be allowed from Minamarg towards Srinagar at 0500 hrs. to 1000 hrs. Similarly, LMVs followed by HMVs shall be allowed from Sonamarg towards Kargil at 1130 hrs to 1730 hrs . No vehicle shall be allowed after cut-off timing.

“SFs Convoy, plying from Srinagar to Kargil and vice versa shall plan their movement in such a manner so that Civil Traffic (both UP and DOWN) don’t get disturbed.” they said

According to an advisory, People have been advised to undertake journey only after confirming status of the road from Traffic control units: Jammu (0191-2459048, 0191- 2740550, 9419147732, 103); Srinagar (0194-2450022, 2485396, 18001807091, 103); Ramban (9419993745, 1800-180-7043); Udhampur (8491928625); PCR Kishtwar (9906154100); and PCR Kargil (9541902330, 9541902331).

Jammu, Sep 10: MK Ajatshatru Singh, Trustee of J&K Dharmarth Trust, along with Trustee RK Ranvijay Singh visited the historic Sui Simbli Temple at Akhnoor to assess the damages caused by the recent incessant rains.

During the visit, the Trust’s Secretary, Ashok Sharma (IPS Retd.), briefed the trustees about the extent of destruction to the surrounding infrastructure of the temple premises. He apprised them of the urgent restoration requirements and the measures being taken to safeguard the temple complex, said a press release.

Ajatshatru Singh underlined the importance of protecting the rich heritage associated with the temple and stressed that timely restoration is essential for the convenience of devotees and for future generations. He particularly emphasized the need to preserve the heritage art on the temple walls, describing it as a priceless treasure that reflects the cultural and spiritual legacy of the region. He directed the officials concerned to prepare a detailed report on conservation measures and to ensure that traditional craftsmanship is engaged in the restoration process.

On the occasion, Ranvijay Singh assured that the restoration work would begin at the earliest under the supervision of the Dharmarth Trust and would be completed in a time-bound manner, keeping in view the sentiments of devotees. He reaffirmed the commitment of J&K Dharmarth Trust to safeguard the rich spiritual and cultural heritage, assuring devotees that every effort will be made to complete the restoration at the earliest, said the press release.

Jammu, Sep 10: Special flood relief train, being run by Jammu Railway Division, between Katra and Sangaldan on Wednesday carried a second consignment of 4 tonnes of relief material for distribution among the flood-affected people, suffering on account of connectivity issues, post recent rain-induced calamities.

Under the initiative, which commenced on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 8 tonnes of relief material for distribution were transported, as a maiden consignment through this special train service, which was launched on September 8, basically to transport stranded people.

These special trains will run till September 12, 2025.

Meanwhile, the initiative also won the admiration of the Union IT, Information and Broadcasting, and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. “Flood special trains are running to the flood-affected regions of Jammu, transporting both essential relief materials and affected passengers. Extending timely support to people in Katra, Reasi, Bakkal, Dugga, Sawalkote, and Sangaldan,” Vaishnaw posted on ‘X.’

On Monday, the Jammu Railway Division of the Northern Railway had announced that the Katra-Sangaldan train, which commenced on September 8 to provide reprieve to stranded people due to the blockade of roads in Jammu Division, would also carry relief material for distribution among the flood-affected.

Senior Divisional Commercial Manager of Jammu Railway Division, Uchit Singhal, said, “The first consignment of about 8 tonnes of relief material was sent to the respective stations on the route of these trains on Tuesday. Today, around 4 tonnes of relief material for distribution were sent.”

Earlier, Union Minister of State in PMO Jitendra Singh had asserted that in the absence of road connectivity beyond Udhampur, special arrangements were made to transport essential supplies through the newly introduced Katra-Sangaldan train.

“These essentials can be carried forward by road to districts Doda and Kishtwar as well,” he said.

The special train, which started its run from September 8, 2025, is being operated between Katra to Sangaldan and Sangaldan to Katra.

Uchit Singhal informed that through these trains, the Railway administration and district administration would coordinate with each other, and about 1200 tonnes of relief material, including dry ration consisting of wheat and rice, would be widely distributed under the Public Distribution System at all the stations on the route.