Ramban Mudslide Halts Jammu-Srinagar Highway: Authorities Urge Caution

A mudslide in Ramban has halted traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar Highway, prompting authorities to issue a travel advisory. Efforts are underway to clear the roads and assist stranded travelers. Meanwhile, a yellow weather alert has been issued by the IMD, predicting thunderstorms and rain across multiple states.

Following a devastating mudslide in Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban district, Deputy Commissioner Baseer-Ul-Haq Chaudhary on Thursday implored the public to adhere to traffic advisories when planning their journeys. The top priority for authorities remains the clearance of the highway and the aid of those stranded by the slides.

Deputy Commissioner Chaudhary, while speaking to ANI, stated, "The restoration of the National Highway is paramount. We are actively working to evacuate standard passengers and vehicles. The public is advised to plan travel according to existing advisories as district teams endeavor to repair and reopen vital routes."

Vehicular movement along the crucial Jammu-Srinagar National Highway was brought to a standstill by the mudslide in Ramban's Chamba Seri region. The Jammu and Kashmir traffic police issued a travel warning, advising commuters against using NH-44 until conditions improve. Concurrently, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of thunderstorms and rain from May 9-12 across several states, including Jammu and Kashmir.

(With inputs from agencies.)