ANI photo JAMMU: Border Roads Organisation completed snow clearance on National Highway 701A (Old Mughal Road), and two of its stretches were opened on Friday, ahead of schedule. These roads usually open around March-end.BRO teams cleared the stretch from Bufliaz (Poonch) to Peer Ki Gali (Poonch) under Project Sampark, and the stretch from Shopian to Peer Ki Gali under Project Beacon. “During the road opening, MoRTH director-general VK Rajawat, along with CE Project Sampark and Beacon, were present at Peer Ki Gali,” defence PRO Lt Col Suneel Bartwal said Friday.“Snow accumulation still exists on the adjoining hill slopes at certain vulnerable locations. Due to prevailing weather conditions, the possibility of avalanches cannot be ruled out,” Lt Col Bartwal said. He urged commuters to follow traffic advisories issued by the district administrations of Poonch and Shopian.An official spokesperson advised commuters to exercise extreme caution while travelling on the stretch. “Movement may be regulated depending upon weather conditions and safety assessments by authorities,” the spokesperson said.“DG MoRTH lauded all ranks involved in snow clearance operations under extremely harsh weather conditions. He said route recce and planning for the widening of NH-701A was in progress,” Col Bartwal said. “During the visit, DF MoRTH also reviewed work progress on NH-144A in all packages, and gave directions to expedite the same,” he added.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘Not Negotiated’: India Explains UN Statement on Israel’s West Bank ExpansionSam Altman Applauds India AI Summit, Calls PM Modi’s Vision InspiringMamata Banerjee vs Election Commission: Supreme Court Orders Judicial Oversight in Bengal SIRIndia Delivers Grim Terror Reminder To Pakistan After Khawaja Asif Alleges Delhi-Kabul Proxy NexusMEA’s Clears India’s Position On Russia Oil After US Envoy Conveys Trump’s Wish On Venezuelan OilHigh Drama At AI Summit Amid Congress’ Shirtless Protests, BJP Calls Party ‘Shameless’ | Headlines@8AI Prodigy Raul John Aju Thrilled After Meeting UN Chief in DelhiBJP Targets Rahul Gandhi Over AI Summit Protest RowBeyond Oil: How India & US Are Securing the Future of AI ChipsCongress Paradox: Tharoor Lauds AI Summit While Youth Stages Shirtless Protest at Venue123PhotostoriesFrom ‘The Kerala Story’ to ‘Pathaan’: 12 Indian films that faced massive controversy before releaseTop 5 Tier-2 cities in India driving real estate growth in 20265 fascinating facts about Indian hill stations6 animals that have mastered cave life and are rarely seen by humans10 best rated Jackfruit dishes from around the worldWhy is your expensive gold and silver always wrapped in pink paper? The surprising truth behind this traditionBringing back the style: Zendaya to Margot Robbie, all the celebs who are bringing back fashion trends this seasonTop 6 tallest buildings in India in 2026Archana Puran Singh reveals how she and husband Parmeet Sethi have slept separately for ‘7 years’; “We are on a sleep divorce”Priyanka Chopra turns a film premiere into a pirate-core runway with these 3 striking outfits123Hot PicksIndia-US trade dealGold rate todayDelhi traffic advisoryArjun’s wedding ceremonyIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingMyles GarrettDonna KelceChloe KimDeenTheGreatDetroit Pistons vs New York Knicks InjuryMumbai Coastal RoadGurgaon Girl RapeMarcus StoinisNBA Trade NewsSidney Crosby Injury
JAMMU: Border Roads Organisation completed snow clearance on National Highway 701A (Old Mughal Road), and two of its stretches were opened on Friday, ahead of schedule. These roads usually open around March-end.BRO teams cleared the stretch from Bufliaz (Poonch) to Peer Ki Gali (Poonch) under Project Sampark, and the stretch from Shopian to Peer Ki Gali under Project Beacon. “During the road opening, MoRTH director-general VK Rajawat, along with CE Project Sampark and Beacon, were present at Peer Ki Gali,” defence PRO Lt Col Suneel Bartwal said Friday.“Snow accumulation still exists on the adjoining hill slopes at certain vulnerable locations. Due to prevailing weather conditions, the possibility of avalanches cannot be ruled out,” Lt Col Bartwal said. He urged commuters to follow traffic advisories issued by the district administrations of Poonch and Shopian.An official spokesperson advised commuters to exercise extreme caution while travelling on the stretch. “Movement may be regulated depending upon weather conditions and safety assessments by authorities,” the spokesperson said.“DG MoRTH lauded all ranks involved in snow clearance operations under extremely harsh weather conditions. He said route recce and planning for the widening of NH-701A was in progress,” Col Bartwal said. “During the visit, DF MoRTH also reviewed work progress on NH-144A in all packages, and gave directions to expedite the same,” he added.
