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Manali Road Updates

Get the latest Manali road status, Chandigarh-Manali highway blocks, Atal Tunnel travel rules, and Rohtang Pass traffic updates.

Guide refreshed: 13 June 2026 at 4:21 pm

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Chandigarh to Manali Highway (NH-21) Conditions

The Chandigarh-Manali national highway (NH-21) is the lifeline of the valley. While the road is mostly a double-lane highway, landslides can occur during heavy monsoon rain near Bilaspur and Mandi. Check our live status widget before setting off from Delhi or Chandigarh.

Pass Permissions & Winter Safety Rules

During heavy snowfall, roads beyond Solang are blocked for standard cars. Keep track of rules at the Gulaba barrier for Rohtang Pass travel. Only local 4x4 vehicles are allowed past the check points when black ice forms on the road.

Live Route & Pass Clearance

Current accessibility and highway statuses checked by local drivers.

Rohtang Pass

Via Gramphu, permit required

Open

Atal Tunnel

Manali to Sissu, both directions

Clear

Solang Valley Road

Tourist traffic heavy

Slow

Naggar Road

Left bank route

Clear

Kullu-Manali Highway

NH-3

Normal

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FAQs

How long does it take to drive from Delhi to Manali?

Under normal road conditions, it takes approximately 12 to 14 hours by car or Volvo bus. Landslides or heavy winter snow can extend this time.

Are chains required for driving to Solang Valley in winter?

When road surfaces are icy, local authorities only permit 4x4 cars or vehicles with snow chains installed to prevent accidents.