JK News Today
Jammu, 26 July 2026: At around 6:43 PM on 25.07.2026, a major landslide occurred at Gangru on the Ramban–Banihal section of NH-44, blocking both the northbound and southbound carriageways and disrupting traffic movement.
Immediately after receiving information about the incident, NHAI mobilised adequate men, machinery and technical teams to the affected location and commenced restoration works on a war footing despite challenging conditions.
To ensure the earliest possible restoration of connectivity, priority was given to clearing the northbound carriageway. Through continuous efforts, single-lane traffic was restored within approximately three hours, enabling the movement of stranded and emergency vehicles. Traffic continued to be regulated on the available lane for nearly 12 hours to facilitate safe passage.
On the morning of 26.07.2026, after the successful passage of the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra convoy, NHAI resumed full-scale restoration works for the remaining carriageway. The debris clearance and road restoration were completed within five hours, following which both carriageways were reopened and two-way traffic was restored.
The restoration was carried out with the active support of the local administration, Traffic Police and all concerned agencies. Throughout the operation, the safety of road users and personnel engaged in the restoration work remained the highest priority.
NHAI remains committed to maintaining seamless connectivity on NH-44 and continues to keep men and machinery deployed at vulnerable locations to respond promptly to any weather-related incidents during the ongoing monsoon season.
