Fresh Snowfall and Heavy Rains Disrupt Traffic Across Jammu & Kashmir

Srinagar, Indian administered Kashmir — Several higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir, including Razdan Top (Gurez), Peer Ki Gali (Shopian), Sinthan Top (Kokernag), Zojila, and Minimarg (Ladakh), received fresh snowfall on Friday, prompting authorities to temporarily suspend vehicular movement on key roads.

According to officials, the Mughal Road, Bandipora-Gurez route, and the Srinagar-Leh Highway have been closed as a precautionary measure due to slippery conditions following the snowfall. The fresh spell of rain and snow began late Friday night, affecting both upper reaches and some plains.

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The Meteorological Department reported widespread rain and snow throughout the night, with brief dry weather early Saturday morning, followed by intermittent showers during the day. The MET office has forecast generally dry weather across most parts of the Union Territory till June 8, with chances of isolated light rain.

Northern Kashmir’s Gurez Valley, including Tulail and Razdan Top, as well as Peer Ki Gali in South Kashmir’s Shopian district and Zojila on the Srinagar-Leh highway witnessed light snowfall. Parts of Kishtwar’s Warwan region, including Sukhani village, also received several inches of snow.

Snow accumulation estimates include:

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• Peer Ki Gali: 2 to 4 inches

• Razdan Top: Approximately 3 inches

• Sinthan Top: Around 2 inches

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Rainfall figures recorded across the region include:

• Srinagar: 19.3 mm

• Qazigund: 15.4 mm

• Pahalgam: 13.2 mm

• Kupwara: 11.2 mm

• Gulmarg: 24.6 mm

• Baramulla: 22 mm

• Poonch: 39 mm

Strong winds also swept through parts of Jammu division, with gusts reaching up to 72 km/h in Samba, 65 km/h in Jammu, and 58 km/h in Kathua.

Dr. Mukhtar Ahmad, Director of the Meteorological Centre Srinagar, stated that light rainfall may continue at isolated locations on June 1–2, followed by generally dry weather from June 4 to 6. Scattered showers with thunder are expected again on June 7 and 8, particularly in the afternoon.

He warned of possible landslides and mudslides in vulnerable areas, and flash floods in isolated spots due to intense rainfall. The inclement weather has led to a drop in temperatures across the Kashmir Valley. Minimum temperatures dipped by 3°C in some areas, while maximum temperatures remained 3–5°C below normal.

Authorities are urging travelers and residents in hilly regions to exercise caution over the next few days due to changing weather conditions and potential hazards.