Authorities in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir, have issued an advisory urging commuters to refrain from using the Mughal Road due to ongoing slippery conditions. Despite efforts by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) to clear the route, black ice and extreme cold temperatures continue to make travel hazardous.
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Key Updates:
- Road Closure: The Mughal Road, connecting Rajouri and Poonch in Jammu to Srinagar in Kashmir, remains closed until further notice.
- Slippery Conditions: Deputy Development Commissioner (DDC) Poonch, Vikas Kumar Kundal, highlighted that black ice forms on the road, increasing the risk of accidents.
- BRO Efforts: Snow clearance operations are ongoing; however, vehicular movement will only be allowed once conditions are deemed safe.
Avoid Travelling on Mughal Road Due to Slippery Conditions, Advises DDC Poonch.Weather Forecast:
- January 12-14: Generally dry weather predicted by the Meteorological Centre Srinagar.
- January 15-16: Light snow expected at isolated higher altitudes.
- January 17-18: Cloudy weather likely.
Current Temperatures:
- Srinagar: -2.2°C
- Jammu: 8.4°C
- Gulmarg: -4.8°C
The ongoing Chillai-Kalan, the harshest 40-day winter period in Kashmir, continues to impact the region with freezing temperatures. Tourists in Srinagar reported extreme cold, with frozen lakes and icy winds adding to the chill.
Travelers are urged to monitor weather updates and adhere to official advisories for their safety.