Jammu-Srinagar, Ladakh highways shut due to Heavy snowfall

Heavy snowfall in Jammu and Kashmir has led to widespread traffic disruptions and multiple road closures, severely impacting transportation across the region. Heavy snowfall has forced authorities to shut down the Srinagar-Jammu national highway, a crucial route connecting the Kashmir Valley with the rest of the country, especially near Qazigund and Banihal. Additionally, the snowfall has triggered landslides at several locations between Banihal and Ramban, further complicating travel and road clearance efforts. Authorities are working to restore connectivity, but adverse weather conditions continue to pose challenges.

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Heavy Snowfall Disrupts Traffic in Jammu and Kashmir

Several areas of Jammu and Kashmir received heavy snowfall on Friday morning, February 28, with highways and mountains buried under thick layers of snow. The heavy snowfall has disrupted traffic across the region, forcing authorities to close the Srinagar-Jammu national highway near Qazigund and Banihal. Additionally, landslides have occurred at several locations from Banihal to Ramban.

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Heavy Snowfall at Zojila Pass Shuts Down Srinagar-Ladakh Highway

Heavy snowfall at Zojila Pass has compelled authorities to close the Srinagar-Ladakh national highway, a vital route linking the Kashmir Valley with the Union Territory of Ladakh. The accumulation of thick layers of snow has made the road impassable, posing significant risks to commuters and transport services. The closure of this highway has disrupted the movement of essential supplies and stranded travelers, affecting connectivity between the two regions. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely, and road clearance operations are expected to begin once weather conditions improve. However, continuous snowfall and harsh winter conditions are making restoration efforts challenging.

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According to the meteorological department, the extreme weather conditions will likely improve by the afternoon.Visuals show roads, mountains, trees, and entire towns laden with thick snow. Many regions, including Rajouri, Doda, and Bhalesa districts, received snowfall, resulting in a sharp drop in temperatures. Anantnag also received heavy snowfall, resulting in the district’s landscape taking on a white hue for as far as the eye could see.

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