Srinagar, Jan 28 : Vehicular and air traffic were restored in Kashmir on Wednesday following a day-long suspension triggered by heavy snowfall, though officials urged caution and advised travellers to check for updates before heading out.
The strategic Jammu-Srinagar National Highway was made operational for traffic this morning in a limited capacity. Authorities said efforts are focused on moving stranded light motor vehicles from several locations, particularly in the Qazigund stretch.
“The highway has been partially opened after extensive snow clearance efforts overnight. Teams are still at work on sensitive sections,” a traffic department official told News Agency Kashmir News Service (KNS).
The official added that de-icing agents like salt and urea are being spread on slippery patches to ensure safe movement. “The road will be opened in stages depending on the weather and surface conditions,” he said.
Commuters have been asked to undertake journeys only if necessary and to follow live traffic bulletins.
Meanwhile, flight services at Srinagar International Airport, which were grounded on Tuesday due to poor visibility, have also restarted. Airport authorities said schedules have been normalised and all pending arrivals and departures are being managed.
“Operations have resumed, but passengers should remain in contact with their airlines as weather remains variable,” an airport spokesperson said.
The snowfall had disrupted surface and air links across the Valley on Tuesday, stranding passengers and affecting supply chains. While clear skies returned on Wednesday morning, the Meteorological Department has forecast isolated wet weather over the next 24 hours in some parts of the region. (KNS)
