ThathriâÂÂGandoh National Highway (also known as ThathriâÂÂGandoh Road) is a road that connects Thathri to Gandoh, located in the Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir, India. The road serves as a lifeline for the people living in the Bhalessa region as it provides access to various link roads leading to rural and far-flung areas. In 2022, this road was declared a National Highway by Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir Manoj Sinha.
The ThathriâÂÂGandoh Road was initially proposed by Prime Minister Bakshi Ghulam Mohammad in 1962, but the construction did not commence until 1967âÂÂ1968. For a considerable time, the road was operational up to Kahara, located away from Thathri. However, it was only in 1975 that the road was made motorable up to Gandoh town, albeit only in fair weather conditions. In 2022, it was declared a National Highway.
The ThathriâÂÂGandoh National Highway starts from Thathri, located at an altitude of above sea level (ASL), and traverses through the scenic landscape of the Bhalessa region before reaching Gandoh, which is situated at an altitude of ASL. The road passes through several small towns and villages, including Kahara, Jakyas, Bhatyas, etc., providing access to various government offices, hospitals, schools, and markets. The highway is prone to accidents.