SRINAGAR: As per the advisory issued by MeT department, heavy snowfall/rain is predicted across Jammu and Kashmir. The harsh weather condition may lead to the disruption on National Highway also. As per the officials the decision regarding the vehicular movement on Jammu Srinagar National Highway will be taken tomorrow after assessing the weather road condition.
"While Mughal Road Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumari road continues to be closed due to the snow accumulation, the commuters are advised not to travel during night hours. No vehicular movement shall be allowed from the opposite direction" the advisory reads according to Valley Media Service. Traffic Control Unit has advised people to undertake journey on National Highway only after confirming status of the road and can confirm the same from the helpline numbers mentioned below.
January has seen many road blockades in the month of January following landslides and heavy snowfall near Jawahar tunnel. Hundreds of trucks carrying perishable goods are stranded on the highway. The closure of road has led to the hike in the prices of commodities in the valley.