As a precautionary step, authorities on Monday suspended all vehicular movement on the Jammu–Srinagar Highway (NH44) following incidents of shooting stones at multiple locations, officials said.
An official stated, “The Jammu–Srinagar NHW (NH-44) is closed due to shooting stones at several points,” adding that traffic has been halted to ensure the safety of commuters.
The official further said that bad weather conditions persist along the highway. “There is heavy rainfall across the entire NHW,” he further added.
Authorities have advised commuters to avoid travelling until the weather improves and the road is cleared.
As per another official, the highway is also blocked at Monkey Morh and the Maroog area of Ramban. “Restoration work is going on,” he said. (Sources)
