According to officials, the vital Jammu-Srinagar highway was partially reopened after being partially obstructed by severe landslides at Kishtwari Pather and firing stones at other locations along the way.
The road, which serves as the only surface route between the Kashmir Valley and the outside world, was closed down late on Monday afternoon, and authorities began repair work right once, according to the officials.
“Jammu Srinagar NHW (NH-44) has been partially restored and the stranded vehicles between Nashree and Banihal are being cleared,” they said, adding, “Commuters are advised to follow lane discipline.”
Meanwhile, Mughal Road, connecting Kashmir Valley’s Shopian district with twin districts of Rajouri and Poonch, remained closed and shall remain so “till further notice” following fresh snowfall, they said.
They said that there was fresh snowfall at several places along the road including ‘Pir Ki Gali’ recently, leading to the closure of the thoroughfare.
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