These highways and roads are closed in Jammu & Kashmir due to heavy rainfall

The recent heavy rainfall in Jammu & Kashmir has caused significant disruptions across the region. The closure of key highways and roads due to landslides and flash floods has left numerous challenges in its wake.

The Srinagar-Jammu National Highway stands closed due to landslides occurring at multiple points along the route, trapping a considerable number of vehicles in the process. This closure has effectively halted major transportation arteries, exacerbating the situation.

• Srinagar-Jammu National Highway: Closed due to landslides at multiple points along the route, trapping a considerable number of vehicles and halting major transportation arteries.
  Srinagar-Leh Road: Additionally, the Srinagar-Leh Road is also closed due to the adverse weather conditions, further complicating travel in the region.
• Kupwara District: Cut off from the rest of the valley due to flood waters inundating roads. At least 336 families were evacuated from the region.
• Pohru Nallah Breach: In Seelu Kupwara, the Pohru Nallah breached the danger level, causing water to overflow a portion of the Kupwara highway.
• Mughal Road: Closed for the past three days due to snowfall in Peer Ki Gali and surrounding areas

Adding to the woes, the closure of the Mughal Road for the past three days due to snowfall in Peer Ki Gali and surrounding areas has compounded transportation difficulties, limiting access to critical areas.

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