Ganderbal Police Issues Urgent Safety Advisory for Tourists and Commuters

GANDERBAL | Wednesday, January 28, 2026The Ganderbal Police have issued a high-priority travel advisory following an avalanche that struck near the New Truck Yard in Sonamarg at approximately 10:15 PM last night.

While authorities confirmed that the impact was minimal with no reported loss of life or property, the incident has triggered immediate safety protocols. Specialized teams from the Jammu and Kashmir Police and the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) reached the site promptly to assess the terrain and are currently working with concerned agencies to monitor the region for further seismic or climatic shifts.

Given the high risk of secondary slides, the public, tourists, and transporters are strictly advised to avoid visiting or halting in avalanche-prone areas along the Sonamarg axis. Officials emphasized that unnecessary movement in these vulnerable zones poses a severe risk to life, as the probability of further avalanches remains critically high under current weather conditions.

Travelers are urged to cooperate with local authorities, prioritize personal safety, and stay updated through official channels before planning any journey through the region.