Over 30 vehicles stranded amid snowfall in J&K's Kishtwar; rescue operation under way More than 30 light motor vehicles were stranded after moderate snowfall in Sinthan top and Margan top in Kishtwar district on Sunday, March 15, 2026. The incident occurred due to fresh snowfall and slippery road conditions at high-altitude passes, disrupting traffic movement on the road connecting Kishtwar in Jammu with south Kashmir's Anantnag district. Officials confirmed that teams from the police, Army, and civil administration were deployed to the area shortly after receiving reports to initiate a rescue operation and ensure the safety of stranded passengers. Snow clearance machines were mobilized from both Kishtwar and Anantnag sides to clear the affected stretches, with efforts ongoing to relocate all vehicles to safer locations. All passengers were reported to be safe and were being assisted by rescue teams. However, the operation faced challenges due to continuous snowfall and low temperatures, which complicated the rescue efforts. Authorities have advised commuters to avoid traveling on the Sinthan-Margan stretch of the road until weather conditions improve and the route is declared safe for movement. Additionally, traffic on the Mughal road, which connects border districts of Poonch and Rajouri in Jammu with south Kashmir's Shopian district, was suspended on Sunday evening. The disruption was attributed to fresh snowfall at Pir Ki Gali and adjoining areas. Officials provided updates on the situation, emphasizing the need for caution and adherence to advisories to prevent further incidents.#jammu_kashmir #kishtwar_district #sinthan_top #margan_top #mughal_road
