Himalayan Highways Live Road Status
Real-time transit updates for Jammu, Kashmir, Himachal, and Ladakh border road circuits. Updated regularly using BRO bulletins and traveler networks.
Srinagar-Leh: Open
Manali-Leh: Warning
Kargil-Padum: Warning
| Route / Pass | Status | Conditions & Advisory | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Srinagar-Leh Highway (NH-1) | Open | District Police Kargil Advisory: Highway open for regulated transit via Zoji La subject to fair weather & BRO clearance. Minamarg towards Sonamarg (LMVs followed by HMVs): 05:00 hrs to 10:00 hrs. Sonamarg towards Kargil (LMVs followed by HMVs): 11:30 hrs to 17:30 hrs. Strictly no vehicles allowed after cut-off timings. | 25 August 2026, 8:45 AM |
| Zoji La Pass (NH-1) | Open | Traffic Plan: Open under time-bound convoy schedule. Minamarg to Sonamarg: 0500 hrs to 1000 hrs; Sonamarg to Kargil: 1130 hrs to 1730 hrs. Exercise caution during rainfall for shooting stones & slippery stretches near Baltal/Gumri. Helpline: 9541902331. | 25 August 2026, 8:45 AM |
| Padum - Darcha Road (Shinkula Pass) | Open | District Police Kargil Advisory: Open via Shinkula Pass subject to fair weather and road conditions. LMVs permitted both sides. Tourist vehicles allowed between 0600 hrs to 1600 hrs (6:00 AM - 4:00 PM) from both PCPs. | 25 August 2026, 8:45 AM |
| Nimoo - Padum (NPD) Road | Warning | District Police Kargil Advisory: Restricted/Closed on Sundays and Wednesdays for BRO maintenance & rock cutting. Open on other weekdays for light vehicles subject to weather and site clearance. | 25 August 2026, 8:45 AM |
| Manali-Leh Highway | Warning | Monsoon Advisory: Operational for two-way traffic for 4x4 and high-clearance vehicles. High water stream flow (Paggal Nallahs) near Zingzingbar & Sarchu. Landslide caution in Lahaul; Atal Tunnel open. | 25 August 2026, 8:45 AM |
| Kargil - Padum Road (Suru Valley) | Warning | Monsoon & Restoration Advisory: Open via Suru Valley & Pensi La Pass (4,400m). NH-301 road widening and BRO restoration active between Parkachik & Rangdum—expect unpaved gravel stretches and minor delays. High-clearance 4x4/SUV recommended. | 25 August 2026, 8:45 AM |
| Khardung La Pass | Open | Traffic Advisory: Open for vehicular traffic to Nubra Valley. Early morning black ice caution between 6:00 AM and 8:30 AM near North Pullu. Acclimatize in Leh and ensure valid Inner Line Permit (ILP). | 25 August 2026, 8:45 AM |
| Umling La Pass (Highest Pass) | Open | High-Altitude Advisory: Open for civilian travel at 5,883m (19,024 ft). Cold winds and thin air. Carry portable medical oxygen, warm thermal gear, and ensure full 48h+ acclimatization in Leh/Nyoma before ascending. | 25 August 2026, 8:45 AM |
🚨 Official Traffic Police & Emergency Helplines
24/7 Verified HelplinesOfficial contact numbers issued by District Police Kargil & J&K Traffic Headquarters. Call before departure to confirm live ground clearance.
⚡ All-India Emergency & PCRs
Emergency Response (ERSS)
📞 112
PCR Kargil (Ladakh)
📞 9541902331
PCR Ganderbal (Kashmir)
📞 9906668731
🏔️ Zojila Pass Axis (NH-1)
SO Traffic Sonamarg
📞 9103105404
Traffic Control Room Rural Kashmir
📞 9469807526
SHO PS Drass
📞 9541902336
ICPP Minamarg Checkpost
📞 9541902356
ICPP Shilikchey Checkpost
📞 9541902358
🏞️ Penzila & Suru Valley Axis (NH-301)
SHO PS Zanskar (Padum)
📞 9622103883
SHO PS Panikhar (Suru Valley)
📞 9541902354
Distt. PCR Keylong (Shinkula Axis)
📞 8988092298
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