Srinagar, Jan 25 (NationPress) On Sunday, officials confirmed that the Srinagar-Jammu national highway in Jammu and Kashmir has been reopened for traffic, with special attention being directed towards vehicles that were stranded on the road.

The highway had been closed on January 23 due to significant snowfall on both sides of the Navyug tunnel.

Flight operations have also been restored at Srinagar International Airport, with the exception of three flights canceled due to a NOTAM issued in Delhi. Normal flight operations resumed on Sunday.

However, the Srinagar-Leh highway, Mughal Road, and routes through Sinthan and Razdan Pass remain closed, and travelers are advised to contact the traffic department control room before planning any journeys on these routes.

The Meteorological Department has predicted light rain and snow in isolated areas, with light to moderate precipitation expected across most regions, and moderate to heavy snowfall anticipated in some areas, along with thunderstorms and gusty winds from January 26 to January 27.

Farmers are advised to pause their agricultural activities until January 28. The public in snow-affected higher terrains should refrain from venturing into unstable and avalanche-prone zones.

Current temperatures recorded include Srinagar at -1.6°C, Gulmarg at -10.2°C, and Pahalgam at -6.2°C. In Jammu, temperatures are slightly higher, with the city at 7.1°C, Katra at 6.2°C, Batote at -0.1°C, Banihal at -2°C, and Bhaderwah at -4°C.

This recent snowfall, following an extended dry spell, has alleviated concerns among farmers and the general populace, as the heavy accumulation in mountainous areas will help sustain rivers, streams, springs, wells, and lakes during the warmer summer months.

The plains of the Valley received their first snowfall of the season on January 23.

The harsh winter phase known locally as 'Chilla kalan' commenced on December 21 and will continue until January 30.