Landslides lead to closure of J-K highway; 1,000 vehicles stranded
Banihal/Jammu, July 21
The Jammu-Srinagar national highway was closed for traffic due to landslides triggered by heavy rain at several places in Ramban district on Thursday, officials said.
Nearly 1,000 vehicles, including a convoy carrying Amarnath pilgrims, are stranded at different points, they said.
The 270-km highway was blocked by shooting stones, landslides at four places in Ramban district.
The highway is closed at Cafeteria Moore Ramban since Wednesday night due to shooting of stones.
Officials said the convoy carrying Amarnath pilgrims to Kashmir had been stopped at Chanderkoot and Nashri, they said.
Restoration work is in progress.
Unlock Exclusive Insights with The Tribune Premium
Take your experience further with Premium access.
Thought-provoking Opinions, Expert Analysis, In-depth Insights and other Member Only Benefits
Already a Member? Sign In Now
