Jammu-Srinagar National Highway reopens after night closure for tunnel repair work

After a six-hour closure on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) overnight, traffic resumed normalcy in the early hours of Thursday morning. The closure, lasting from midnight to 6 AM on 16/17 & Jan 17/18, was necessitated by crucial repair work in the critical T5 tunnel and maintenance activities at MNB-19 in Ramban.

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Authorities conducted jet fan installation within the T5 tunnel, a vital element for ventilation and safety within the structure. Additionally, a grider, a heavy-duty machine used for road leveling and smoothening, was deployed at MNB-19 to address any surface imperfections. These maintenance works are crucial for ensuring the safety and smooth flow of traffic on the strategically important highway.

As of now, traffic has resumed on the highway, but authorities advise commuters to exercise caution and follow lane discipline.