Tragedy strikes Srinagar-Jammu  National Highway, road collapses; vehicles swept away, casualties feared 

Ramban: A massive landslide triggered by continuous rainfall has severely impacted a section of the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway in Ramban district, bringing traffic to a complete standstill, officials told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) on Sunday.

A section of the road at Ramban has collapsed with several vehicles reported having sunk into the river down.

“The highway is buried under a thick layer of rocks, mud, and debris, leaving hundreds of private vehicles, and goods carriers stranded on the highway'” they added.

Visuals from the site depict a chaotic scene—vehicles submerged in sludge, roofs torn apart, and debris scattered across the road. “Rainfall in Ramban triggered a landslide, sending several vehicles tumbling into a deep gorge. The vehicles were parked along the roadside, and fortunately, no lives were lost,” officials said.

Authorities are working to clear the debris and restore connectivity.

Meanwhile, travelers are advised to avoid unnecessary movement and stay updated through official channels.

“We are doing everything we can to clear the road and help the stranded commuters. Restoration efforts are underway,” said an official. —(KNO)