January 2, 2023
In Jammu and Kashmir, the historical Mughal road, the alternate National Highway, connecting twin border districts of Rajouri-Poonch with the Shopian district of Kashmir valley has been permanently closed for this winter season, owing to heavy snowfall and slippery conditions.
Due to heavy snow accumulation at Pir Ki Gali top and its adjoining areas of both sides, slippery condition, decline in temperature, the road cannot be thrown open for traffic this winter. Though the District Magistrates of both Poonch and Shopian districts have not officially ordered the closure of this road yet, but the regulatory authorities have confirmed that the weather condition is not suitable to open this road now for about two to three months. Executive Engineer Mughal Road, Shoket Ali said that they have cleared snow on Mughal road many times in this winter season for vehicular movement but keeping many aspects including the safety of passengers in view, the road can’t be thrown open now.
