After the attack near Pahalgam, 48 of 87 destinations were closed. Most have reopened by order of the Lieutenant Governor; check each place before riding to it.
From outlooktraveller.com · dated 19 February 2026 · read 28 September 2026 · no rider has confirmed it
During the Amarnath pilgrimage, tourist vehicles may not leave Sonamarg for Srinagar after 16:00 or travel between Srinagar and Gulmarg after 17:00. Two-wheelers are not mentioned.
From kashmirlife.net · dated 30 June 2026 · read 28 September 2026 · no rider has confirmed it
In snow and ice every vehicle on the climb must carry chains and heavy vehicles are barred. The order has no separate line for two-wheelers.
From kashmirobserver.net · dated 16 January 2026 · read 28 September 2026 · no rider has confirmed it
The road onward from Sonamarg has daily cut-off times set by order and published each evening. In March 2026 motorcyclists were told not to travel on it.
From jkadworld.com · dated 27 September 2026 · read 28 September 2026 · no rider has confirmed it