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25/06/2023

*DSEK amends summer vacation orders*

*Pre-Primary, Primary classes to observe summer vacation from June-26 instead of July-01*

SRINAGAR, JUNE 25 - Keeping in view the increasing weather conditions, School Education Department Sunday amended the previous announcement for summer vacations for Pre-Primary and Primary classes of Kashmir division.

Earlier on Saturday, the department has announced summer vacation upto 12th standard for all government and recognized private schools from July-01 to July-10. However, in a fresh communique, it has said that the Pre-Primary and Primary classes of Kashmir division shall observer summer vacation from June-26.

DSEK in a fresh communique said, “In continuation to previous order and considering the consistent rise in temperature, the summer vacations for pre-primary and primary classes of all government and recognized private schools shall commence from June-26-2023.”

On Saturday, the government announced summer break for all government and private schools of Kashmir division from July-01 to July-10.

“ All the government educational institutions and recognized private schools upto higher secondary level functioning in Kashmir division shall Observe summer vacation from July-01 to July-10,” reads the previous order.

07/06/2023

*Mainly dry weather with evening shower forecast in J&K*

SRINAGAR, JUNE 07 - Mainly dry weather with possibility of rain and thunderstorm at scattered places towards evening has been forecast in Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday.

Regarding forecast from June 8-12, a meteorological department official said that mainly dry was expected but a brief spell of shower and thunderstorm mainly towards evening can't be ruled out, although chances are less(10-20%).

Regarding temperature, he said, Srinagar recorded a low of 12.4°C against 11.2°C on the previous night and it was below normal by 1.0°C for the summer capital.

Qazigund, he said, recorded a low of 11.2°C against 9.2°C on the previous night and it was below normal by 0.8°C for the gateway town of Kashmir.

Pahalgam, he said, recorded a low of 6.0°C against 5.9°C on the previous night and it was 1.0°C below normal for the famous tourist resort in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district.

In Kupwara town, he said, the mercury settled at 11.2°C against 9.2°C on the previous night and it was 0.5°C below normal for the north Kashmir area.

Kokernag recorded a low of 8.4°C against 8.4°C on the previous night and it was 3.4°C below normal for the place, the officials said.

Gulmarg recorded a low of 6.0°C against 5.0°C on previous night and it was below normal by 2.1°C for the world famous skiing resort in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district, he said.

Jammu recorded a low of 23.0°C against 21.4°C on the previous night and it was 2.7°C below normal for J&K’s winter capital, he said.

Banihal recorded a low of 12.2°C (below normal by 1.1°C), Batote 13.0°C (2.4°C below normal), Katra 19.0°C (3.1°C below normal) and Bhaderwah 10.4°C (below normal by 3.4°C). Ladakh’s Leh and Kargil recorded a low of 2.4°C and 10.4°C respectively, he said.

06/06/2023

*Weather Update*

Dry conditions are anticipated in Jammu and Kashmir until the afternoon, with the potential for thundershowers to occur in some places during the late afternoon or evening hours.

Intense showers, hailstorms, and gusty winds are expected in some parts of Kupwara, Baramulla, and Bandipora districts, with a possibility of such weather activity occurring in other areas as well, albeit with lower chances.

Regards: KW

02/06/2023

Rate card for Shikara ride in the Dal and Nigeen lakes by

01/06/2023

*SIA raids underway at 9 locations in south Kashmir*

SRINAGAR, JUNE 01 - The State Investigation Agency (SIA) Kashmir is currently carrying out raids at nine different locations in three districts of South Kashmir, an official said on Thursday.

An official said that that the SIA personnel accompanied by police and the paramilitary CRPF are carrying out raids at nine locations in three districts

“The searches are underway in Litter area of Pulwama, Shirmal and Kachwa area of Shopian and Chittergul, Semthan and Shangus Utrosoo area of Anantnag districts of South Kashmir,” he said.

He said these searches are being carried out in connection with investigation in the killing of Sanjay Sharma (Bank ATM guard) who was killed by militants in Achan Pulwama in February this year.

31/05/2023

*New timing announced for schools within Srinagar municipality limits*

SRINAGAR, MAY 31 - The Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) on Wednesday ordered change in the school timing within the municipality limits of Srinagar from June-01.

DSEK in a communique has said, “Consequent upon the approval conveyed by the Administrative Department, all government and private recognized schools within the municipal limits of Srinagar city shall observe school timings from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM from June-01.”

30/05/2023

*7 killed, 16 injured in Jammu accident*

JAMMU, MAY 30 - At least seven persons were killed when a bus in which they were traveling fell into a deep gorge near Jhajjar Kotli area of Jammu district on Tuesday morning.

An official said that a bus (UP81CT-3537) on way from Amritsar to Katra fell into a deep gorge near Jhajjar Kotli.

"Seven people died on the spot while 16 others are injured, "he said, adding that four critically injured have been shifted to Government Medical College and Hospital & 12 others are being treated at local PHC.

26/05/2023

*MeT Predicts More Rains As Mercury Drops Below Normal In J&K*

SRINAGAR, MAY 26 - Weather department on Friday forecast “fairly widespread to widespread intermittent light to moderate rain, thunder and lightning with possibility of hailstorm and gusty winds” during next 24 hours in Jammu and Kashmir.

A meteorological department official said that intermittent light rain, thunder and lightning was expected at a few places during May 27-28.

From May 29-30t, the MeT department forecast “fairly widespread intermittent light to moderate rain, thunder and lightning with possibility of hailstorm and gusty winds at a few places.”

The MeT department also urged farmers to suspend all farm operations during May 29 and 30.

Regarding temperature, he said, Srinagar recorded a low of 9.4°C against 10.8°C on the previous night and it was 2.6°C below normal for the summer capital.

Qazigund, he said, recorded a low of 7.0°C against 8.0°C on the previous night and it was below normal by 3.7°C for the gateway town of Kashmir.

Pahalgam, he said, recorded a low of 4.8°C against 6.1°C on the previous night and it was 1.3°C below normal for the famous tourist resort in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district.

In Kupwara town, he said, the mercury settled at 9.3°C against 11.4°C on the previous night and it was 1.3°C below normal for the north Kashmir area.

Kokernag recorded a low of 6.0°C against 7.4°C on the previous night and it was 4.6°C below normal for the place, the officials said.

Gulmarg recorded a low of 2.2°C against 5.0°C on previous night and it was below normal by 4.9°C for the world famous skiing resort in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district, he said.

Jammu recorded a low of 19.4°C against 21.4°C on the previous night and it was 5.5°C below normal for J&K’s winter capital, he said.

Banihal recorded a low of 8.5°C (below normal by 3.7°C), Batote 11.5°C (3.5°C below normal), Katra 16.5°C (5.1°C below normal) and Bhaderwah 8.5°C (below normal by 2.6°C). Ladakh’s Leh recorded a low of 1.2°C, he said.

25/05/2023

*11 injured after bus rams into truck in Kathua*

KATHUA, MAY 25 - At least 11 passengers were injured after a bus rammed into a truck near Lakhanpur area in Kathua district on Thursday morning, officials said.

An official said that the bus rammed into the truck on NH-44 near Lakhanpur, resulting in injuries to at least 11 passengers.

He said soon after the incident, the injured were admitted to GMC Kathua for treatment.

Meanwhile, the police have taken cognisance of the incident.

24/05/2023

*Traffic on Jmu-Sgr Highway suspended as rains trigger mudslides, shooting stones in Ramban*

RAMBAN, MAY 24 - The traffic movement on Jammu-Srinagar national highway was suspended Wednesday after heavy rains triggered mudslides and shooting stones at few places in Ramban district in Jammu and Kashmir, officials said.

An official said that due to heavy rain in Ramban district, shooting stones and mudslide incidents took place at various locations along the stretch.

He said the highway has been closed for traffic movement till further clearance. “Efforts are underway to restore highway for traffic movement ”, official added.

22/05/2023

*Dr Rajeev Kumar assigned charge of Director Health Jammu*

SRINAGAR, MAY 22 - Health and Medical Education department on Monday assigned additional charges to Dr Tabassum Jabeen and Dr Rajeev Kumar Sharma.

According to an order, Dr. Tabasum Jabeen incharge Deputy Director, AIDS Control Society J&K has been assigned the charge of Director Family Welfare, MCH and Immunization.

The order also stated that Dr Rajeev Kumar Sharma incharge Deputy Director Health services (HQ) Jammu has been given charge of Director Health Services Jammu.

It added that the arrangement in respect of the doctors is purely on temporary basis.

22/05/2023

Delegates welcomed at Srinagar.

19/05/2023

*𝙒𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙪𝙥𝙙𝙖𝙩𝙚* 𝙅&𝙆 19.5.23 @8𝘼𝙈
𝙏𝙤𝙙𝙖𝙮:Mainly Clear.
24-26𝙩𝙝:𝙒𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙨𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙍𝙖𝙞𝙣/𝙨𝙣𝙤𝙬𝙛𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙝𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙨 𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚𝙡𝙮 𝙞𝙣 𝙅&𝙆. 𝙎𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙘𝙚𝙨 𝙈𝙖𝙮 𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙚𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙃𝙫𝙮 𝙍𝙖𝙞𝙣

18/05/2023

*Kashmir Valley, Parts Of Jammu Receive Rains; MeT Predicts More*

SRINAGAR, MAY 18 - Kashmir Valley and parts of Jammu region received rainfall even as the weather department here predicted more rains and thunderstorms at scattered places during the next 24 hours.

A meteorological department official said that there was also a possibility of hailstorm and gusty winds at a few places towards late afternoon and evening during the time.

From May 19-23, he said, the weather is expected to be partly cloudy with light rain at a few places towards late afternoon and evening.

“There is no forecast of any major rainfall during next one week,” he said.

Regarding the rainfall in last 24 hours till 0830 hours, the official said that Srinagar received 1.2mm, Qazigund 2.8mm, Pahalgam 1.3mm, Kokernag 1.0mm, Gulmarg 6.2mm, Banihal 3.0mm, Katra 0.7mm, Bhaderwah 1.4mm, and Batote 0.7mm.

As regards the temperature, he said, Srinagar recorded a low of 13.7°C against 11.5°C on the previous night and it was 2.3°C above normal for the summer capital.

Qazigund, he said, recorded a low of 11.0°C against 10.0°C on the previous night and it was above normal by 0.8°C for the gateway town of Kashmir.

Pahalgam, he said, recorded a low of 7.4°C against 4.9°C on the previous night and it was 1.5°C above normal for the famous tourist resort in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district.

In Kupwara town, he said, the mercury settled at 8.4°C against 8.0°C on the previous night and it was 1.7°C below normal for the north Kashmir area.

Kokernag recorded a low of 11.2°C against 9.4°C on the previous night and it was 1.2°C above normal for the place, the officials said.

Gulmarg recorded a low of 4.6°C against 6.2°C on previous night and it was below normal by 2.2°C for the world famous skiing resort in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district, he said.

Jammu recorded a low of 24.0°C against 22.6°C on the previous night and it was 0.1°C below normal for J&K’s winter capital, he said.

Banihal recorded a low of 13.1°C (below normal by 1.4°C), Batote 14.7°C (0.6°C above normal), Katra 19.6°C (1.3°C below normal) and Bhaderwah 12.2°C (below normal by 1.8°C). Ladakh’s Leh and Kargil recorded a low of 4.4°C and 7.0°C respectively, he said.

18/05/2023

Stray Dogs Leave 7 Persons Injured at Multiple Places in Lolab Kupwara

SRINAGAR, MAY 18 - At least seven persons were injured after being attacked by stray dogs at multiple places in Lolab area in north Kashmir’s Kupwara district.

Reports said that the victims which mainly included women and minors were taken to SDH Sogam for immediate treatment where one of them with relatively serious injuries was referred to SDH Kupwara for preferential treatment.

Confirming it, an official identified the victims as; Asha Begum (55), wife of Mohammad Saleem Khan; Mohammad Ramzan (60); Shafat Ahmed (6), son of Ghulam Qadir; Bibi Noor (55) wife of Abdul Jaffar Naiku – residents of Divar and Haneefa Begum (50) wife of Abdul Khaliq, resident of Tekipora besides a 5-year-old boy from Maidanpora namely Aurungzaib son of Mohammad Ramzan.

“The victims are under treatment and there isn’t much to worry about their overall well-being”, the official said.

12/05/2023

Mughal Road opens for one way traffic

SRINAGAR, MAY 12 - The historic Mughal Road was on Friday thrown open for one way traffic from Bufflaz to Peer Ki Gali.

As per an order, District Magistrate ordered one wat traffic on Mughal Road from May 12.

“In view of clearance of Snow accumulation and landslides from 19 KM (Dogrian) to KM 43 Peer Ki Gali as intimated by Chief Engineer Mughal Road Wing and Executive Engineer Mechanical Engineering Division, Rajouri-Poonch, the movement of one way traffic is hereby allowed on Mughal Road from Buffliaz to Peer Ki Gali w.e.f 12-05-2023," the order reads.

“Furthermore, Sr. Superintendent of Police Poonch, Sub Divisional Magistrate Surankote and Dy.SP Traffic Rajouri-Poonch shall deploy sufficient personnels at Behramgalla, Buffliaz and Poshana Checkposts to ensure smooth movement of vehicles with strict compliance of this order," it added.

10/05/2023

Power Shutdown Notice for 33kV Habak - Zakura/Burzhama Line on 17th May 2023.

09/05/2023

*MeT predicts ‘mainly dry weather’ as night temp hovers far below normal in J&K*

SRINAGAR, MAY 09 - After days of impermanent rains in plains and light snowfall over upper reaches, Meteorological department here on Tuesday forecast “mainly dry” weather along with rise in day temperature in Jammu and Kashmir.

In the next 24 hours, a MeT official said that mainly dry weather is expected even though “a brief spell of rain and thunderstorm in the late afternoon or evening can't be ruled out at some places, although chances are less.”

From May 10-12, he said, the weather is likely to be mainly dry. “There will be rise in temperature and warmer days are expected during the time.”

From May 13-15, he said there was possibility of rain and thunderstorm at isolated places in Jammu and Kashmir.

Regarding temperature, he said, Srinagar recorded a low of 6.3°C against 6.7°C on the previous night and it was 4.4°C below normal for the summer capital.

Qazigund, he said, recorded a low of 5.8°C against 4.0°C on the previous night and it was below normal by 3.4°C for the gateway town of Kashmir.

Pahalgam, he said, recorded a low of 1.8°C against 2.6°C on previous night and it was 3.7°C below normal for the famous tourist resort in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district.

In Kupwara town, he said, the mercury settled at 4.7°C against 5.2°C as on the previous night and it was 4.6°C below normal for the north Kashmir area.

Kokernag recorded a low of 4.0°C against 2.2°C on the previous night and it was 5.2°C below normal for the place, the officials said.

Gulmarg recorded a low of minus 0.5°C against minus 0.4°C on previous night and it was 5.7°C below normal for the world famous skiing resort in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district, he said.

Jammu recorded a low of 17.4°C against 16.3°C on the previous night and it was 5.6°C below normal for J&K’s winter capital, he said.

Banihal recorded a low of 4.8°C (below normal by 6.1°C), Batote 7.8°C (5.0°C below normal), Katra 14.5°C (5.2°C below normal) and Bhaderwah 4.0°C (below normal by 4.0°C). Ladakh’s Leh recorded a low of 1.6°C, he added.

08/05/2023

*Staggered Power Shutdown Schedule Notified for Areas in Multiple Districts from May 9 upto May 13*

SRINAGAR, MAY 08 - Power Controller Kashmir has informed that, the power supply to Receiving Stations Nowpora, Achabal, Seelu and Bomai shall remain affected due to facilitate augmentation/twining woks on May 09 and 13 from 10 am to 3 pm.

Similarly, in order to facilitate urgent preventive maintenance works the power supply to receiving stations Harwan, Shalimar, Brain, Sonwar, Dalgate, BB Cant and Rajbagh shall remain affected on May 10 from 10 am to 2 pm.

Likewise, the power supply to receiving stations Pulwama and Pinglena shall remain affected on May 09 and 10 from 09 am to 5 pm due to carry out Er****on of poles foe new 33 KV Lassipora- Pulwama Line.

Similarly, in order to facilitate shifting of electrical Utilities the power supply to receiving station Wanpoh shall remain affected on May 09 from 11 am to 3 pm.

Likewise, in order to facilitate shifting of electrical Utilities the power supply to receiving stations Brakpora and Dialgam shall remain affected on May 13 from 11 am to 3 pm.

08/05/2023

*All schools to remain closed in Ramban today:- DC Ramban*

RAMBAN, MAY 08 - In view of heavy rain, all the government and private schools to remain closed in Ramban district on Monday.

An official said that al Schools (Government & Private) up to middle level (Class 8) in Ramban District shall remain closed today in view of heavy rains.

However, in case of exams if any, shall be held as per schedule.

"All Schools (Government & Private) up to middle level (Class 8) in Ramban District shall remain closed today in view of heavy rains. However, exams if any, shall be held as per schedule," tweeted Dc Ramban.

08/05/2023

*Weather Update 8:00 a.m.*

Today, rain showers can occur in many areas of Kashmir region, especially in parts of south Kashmir, Ramban, Doda and Kishtwar districts.

In specific areas of central and north Kashmir and some parts of the Jammu region, there could be prolonged intervals between rain showers today (i.e., dry weather/no rainfall for several hours)

The continuous downpour in south Kashmir may result in the escalation of water levels in streams and the Jhelum river.

Today, it is better to stay away from Vishow Nallah in Kulgam district as it is expected to encounter a major rise in the water level.

Regards: KW

07/05/2023

*Weather Alert for the next 24 hrs*

The current Western Disturbance has the potential to cause cloudbursts, intense showers, flash floods, intense hailstorms, lightning strikes, and gusty winds in some areas of Jammu and Kashmir till tomorrow.
So, precautions should be taken by everyone.

The area where these weather events can occur can't be exactly predicted, but precautions must be taken in case you see dark clouds approaching your way.

Regards: KW

06/05/2023

Power shutdown

SRINAGAR, MAY 6: Power Controller Kashmir has informed that, the power supply to Receiving Stations Kremshore, Khansahib, Raithan, Kanir,Hanjoora and Brenwar shall remain affected on May 09 from 10.00 am to 4 pm.

Similarly, in order to facilitate augmentation works the power supply to receiving stations Nowpora, Achabal, Seelu and Bomai shall remain affected on May 09 and 13 from 10 am to 3 pm.

Likewise, in order to facilitate augmentation works like reconductoring and er****on of poles the power supply to receiving stations of Chandoosa and Malpora shall remain affected on May 11; receiving stations Salamabad, Bandi, Mohra and Noorkha shall remain affected on May 8 and 15 and receiving stations Shadipora and Singhpora remain affected on May 16 from 9 am to 3 pm.

06/05/2023

*Man gets 6 months jail in cheque bounce case in Sopore*

UMAR RASHID
SOPORE, MAY 06 - A local court in Sopore area of north Kashmir’s Baramulla district sentenced a man to 6 months simple imprisonment in a cheque bounce case and fine of Rs 8 Lakh

An official said that Judicial Magistrate Ist Class Sopore sentenced the man to 6 months simple imprisonment in a cheque ‌bounce case and also imposed a penalty of Rs 800000

The accuse has identified as Ghulam Mohiddin War son of Hayaat War Of Warpora Sopore

He was sentenced to 6 months after he was found guilty for the commission of offense under section 138 of the Negotiable Instrument Act.

“A fine of Rs 8,00,000 which is double the cheque amount was also imposed on him,” the official said.

06/05/2023

*Woman among 2 killed in lightning strike at Budgam*

BUDGAM, MAY 06 - Two persons including a woman were killed after lightning struck them on Saturday at Khansahib area in Central Kashmir’s Budgam district.

An official said that a lady and a man were breeding their sheep in a higher altitude area when the lightning struck them this afternoon.

The incident took place at Sochalpathri Mujpathri, he said.

Station House Officer (SHO) Khansahib, Mubashir Ahmad confirmed the incident to KNO and identified the duo as Mohd Sultan Chopan (57) and Taja Begum (45) wife of Abdul Samad Chopan, resident of Gurweith Kalan.

05/05/2023

*Rajouri Gunfight: 2 Army Personnel Killed, 4 Others Injured As Trapped Militants Trigger Explosive*

*'Likelihood of Casualties on Militants' Side'*

SRINAGAR, MAY 05 - Two army personnel have been killed and four others injured after a group of militants triggered an explosive during an ongoing encounter in Kesari area of Kandi hamlet in Rajouri district.

"Indian Army columns have been conducting relentless intelligence based operations to flush out a group of terrorists involved in ambush on an army truck in Tota Gali area of Bhata Dhurian in Jammu region", reads a statement.

Detailing out further, the statement reads, "On specific information about presence of terrorists in the Kandi Forest in Rajauri Sector, a joint operation was launched on 03 May 2023. At about 0730 hours on 05 May 2023, a search team established contact with a group of terrorists well entrenched in a cave. The area is thickly vegetated with rocky and steep cliffs."

"The terrorists triggered an explosive device in retaliation. The Army team has suffered two fatal casualties with injuries to four more soldiers including an officer", reads the statement.

"Additional teams from the vicinity have been directed to the site of encounter. The injured personnel have been evacuated to Command Hospital, Udhampur."

"As per initial reports a group of terrorists are trapped in the area. There is a likelihood of casualties in terrorists group", it reads.

"The operation is in progress", reads the statement adding further details are being ascertained.

04/05/2023

TRAFFIC POLICE HEADQUARTERS, J&K, JAMMU/SRINAGAR
1. From 03-05-2023, 1700 hrs. to 04-05-2023, 1700 hrs. Jammu Srinagar NHW remained blocked for 02 hours 37 mins due to a big trailor breakdown on middle of the road at Dalwas Passi. C-N tunnel closed for 05 hours 11 mins. by Tunnel authority, making the total blockage of 07 hours 48 mins. Also slow movement on NH-44 due to breakdown of 09 HMVs and movement of 21 nomadic flocks between Nashri and NAVYUG Tunnel.

2. HMVs with only 06 and 10 tyres shall be allowed to ply through Dhar road.

TRAFFIC PLAN & ADVISORY FOR 05-05-2023:-
Subject to fair weather and road clearance, LMVs Passenger/Private Cars shall be allowed from both sides on Jammu-Srinagar NHW viz Jammu towards Srinagar and vice-versa. TCU Jammu/Srinagar shall be liaise with TCU Ramban before releasing the traffic.

CUT OFF TIMINGS FOR LMVS/PASSENGER/PRIVATE CARS
To be released from Nagrota (Jammu) from 0600 hrs. to 1100 hrs.
from Jakheni (Udhampur) 0700 hrs to 1200 hrs &
from NAVYUG Tunnel (Qzd. side) 0600 hrs to 1100 hrs.
TCU Jammu and TCU Srinagar will inform all concerned about the traffic advisory and cut off timings. No vehicle shall be allowed to move before and after cut off timings.

HMVs/Load Carriers:-
Subject to fair weather and better road conditions, HMVs shall be allowed from Jakheni (Udhampur) towards Srinagar after assessing the road and traffic situation on NH-44. TCU Udhampur shall liaise with TCU Ramban before releasing the HMVs.

SFs Convoy Movement:-
Security Forces are advised/requested not to ply against advisory/traffic plan in view of possible traffic congestion because of narrow carriage way between Nashree and Banihal on Jammu-Srinagar NHW. Tomorrow they may ply from Jammu towards Srinagar after confirming the status of NHW from TCU Ramban.

SSG ROAD
Subject to fair weather and good road condition, only one way traffic from Kargil towards Srinagar shall be allowed on Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumri road. These vehicles shall be allowed from Minamarg, LMVs at 0630 hrs. to 0730 hrs. followed by HMVs upto 0930 hrs. No vehicle shall be allowed after cut off timing

MUGHAL ROAD:-
Mughal Road closed for vehicular movement as per District Magistrate Shopian's order endstt. no. DMS/PA/2023/1362-67 dated 05-01-2023 in view of snow accumulation.

ADVISORY:-
People are advised to undertake journey on NH-44 only after confirming status of the road from Traffic control units as under:-
• Jammu (0191-2459048, 0191- 2740550, 9419147732, 103)
• Srinagar (0194-2450022, 2485396, 18001807091, 103)
• Ramban (9419993745)
• Udhampur (8491928625)
• PCR Kishtwar (9906154100) for status of Sinthan Road
Advisory issued today on 04-05-2023 at 1830 hrs.

04/05/2023

*Aviation Technician, Injured in Kishtwar Helicopter Crash, Succumbs; 2 Pilots 'Safe'*

KISHTWAR, MAY 04 - An Aviation technician, among the three members on board a helicopter witnessing a crash in Kishtwar Thursday afternoon, has succumbed to his injuries, official sources said.

They said that the Aviation Technician Pabballa Anil was evacuated from the site of crash alongside the two pilots to Command Hospital Udhampur. “The injured technician succumbed shortly after”, they said adding the two pilots are safe and are responding well to the treatment.

Earlier in a statement, a defence spokesperson said that three army personnel, including two pilots and a technician, sustained injuries after a helicopter they were on board apparently made a rough landing along the banks of Marua river in Kishtwar region this morning.

“At about 1115 hours on 04 May 2023, an Army Aviation ALH Dhruv helicopter on an operational mission made a precautionary landing on the banks of Marua river in the Kishtwar region of Jammu and Kashmir. As per inputs, the pilots had reported a technical fault to the Air Traffic Controller (ATC) and proceeded for a precautionary landing. Due to the undulating ground, undergrowth and unprepared landing area, the helicopter apparently made a hard landing”, reads a defence official statement adding an immediate rescue operation was launched and Army rescue teams reached the site.

“Two pilots and a technician were on board. All three injured personnel have been evacuated to Command Hospital, Udhampur.”

“A Court of Inquiry has been ordered”, reads the statement adding further details are being ascertained.

29/04/2023

TRAFFIC POLICE HEADQUARTERS, J&K, JAMMU/SRINAGAR
1. From 28-04-2023, 1700 hrs. to 29-04-2023, 1700 hrs. Jammu Srinagar NHW remained blocked for 03 hours 23 mins due to landslide at Shalgarhi, Banihal, blocked for 20 mins due to shooting stones at Cafeteria. NAVUG Tunnel closed for 40 mins by Tunnel authority, making the total blockage of 04 hours 23 mins. Also slow movement on NH-44 due to breakdown of 03 HMVs and movement of 08 nomadic flocks between Nashri and NAVYUG Tunnel.

2. HMVs with only 06 and 10 tyres shall be allowed to ply through Dhar road.

TRAFFIC PLAN & ADVISORY FOR 30-04-2023:-
Subject to fair weather and road clearance, LMVs Passenger/Private Cars shall be allowed from both sides on Jammu-Srinagar NHW viz Jammu towards Srinagar and vice-versa. TCU Jammu/Srinagar shall be liaise with TCU Ramban before releasing the traffic.

CUT OFF TIMINGS FOR LMVS/PASSENGER/PRIVATE CARS
To be released from Nagrota (Jammu) from 0600 hrs. to 1100 hrs.
from Jakheni (Udhampur) 0700 hrs to 1200 hrs &
from NAVYUG Tunnel (Qzd. side) 0600 hrs to 1100 hrs.
TCU Jammu and TCU Srinagar will inform all concerned about the traffic advisory and cut off timings. No vehicle shall be allowed to move before and after cut off timings.

HMVs/Load Carriers:-
Subject to fair weather and better road conditions, HMVs shall be allowed from Jakheni (Udhampur) towards Srinagar after assessing the road and traffic situation on NH-44. TCU Udhampur shall liaise with TCU Ramban before releasing the HMVs.

SFs Convoy Movement:-
Security Forces are advised/requested not to ply against advisory/traffic plan in view of possible traffic congestion because of narrow carriage way between Nashree and Banihal on Jammu-Srinagar NHW. Tomorrow they may ply from Jammu towards Srinagar after confirming the status of NHW from TCU Ramban.

SSG ROAD
Subject to fair weather and good road condition, only one way traffic from Srinagar towards Kargil shall be allowed on Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumari road. These vehicles shall be allowed from Sonamarg, LMVs at 0630 hrs. to 0730 hrs. followed by HMVs upto 0930 hrs. No vehicle shall be allowed after cut off timing

MUGHAL ROAD:-
Mughal Road closed for vehicular movement as per District Magistrate Shopian's order endstt. no. DMS/PA/2023/1362-67 dated 05-01-2023 in view of snow accumulation.

ADVISORY:-
People are advised to undertake journey on NH-44 only after confirming status of the road from Traffic control units as under:-
• Jammu (0191-2459048, 0191- 2740550, 9419147732, 103)
• Srinagar (0194-2450022, 2485396, 18001807091, 103)
• Ramban (9419993745)
• Udhampur (8491928625)
• PCR Kishtwar (9906154100) for status of Sinthan Road
Advisory issued today on 29-04-2023 at 1800 hrs.

29/04/2023

*Katra resident found dead in Srinagar*

SRINAGAR, APRIL 29 - A Katra resident was found in Batamallo area of central Kashmir's Srinagar district on Saturday afternoon.

An official said that a 40-year-old man was found unconscious at Batamallo bus stand following which police was informed.

He said that man identified as Rakesh Kumar, resident of Katra, was shifted to SMHS hospital Srinagar where doctors declared him dead on arrival.

Meanwhile, police have started an investigation in this regard.

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