Navigating Peril: India's Top 10 Most Dangerous Roads

Rohtang Pass, Himachal Pradesh
Known for its narrow roads, sharp bends, and unpredictable weather conditions, including heavy snowfall and landslides.
Zoji La Pass, Jammu and Kashmir
A high-altitude pass on the Srinagar-Leh Highway with steep gradients, narrow roads, and challenging terrain, especially during winters.
Kinnaur Road, Himachal Pradesh
Features hairpin bends, steep cliffs, and unstable terrain prone to landslides and rockfalls.
Munnar to Marayoor Road, Kerala
Notorious for its sharp curves, narrow lanes, and steep descents, often affected by heavy rainfall and landslides.
Leh-Manali Highway, Jammu and Kashmir
A challenging route due to high altitudes, extreme weather conditions, and difficult terrain with narrow stretches and sharp turns.
NH 22 (Shimla-Kinnaur Road), Himachal Pradesh
Known for landslides, hairpin bends, and narrow roads, posing risks to drivers, especially during monsoon seasons.
National Highway 44 (Jammu-Srinagar Highway), Jammu and Kashmir
Features narrow roads, frequent landslides, and adverse weather conditions, making it hazardous for drivers.
Kolli Hills Road, Tamil Nadu
With 70 hairpin bends over a short distance, it challenges drivers with its steep ascents and sharp curves.
Khardung La Pass, Ladakh
Often claimed as one of the highest motorable roads globally, known for extreme weather conditions, altitude sickness, and rugged terrain.
Gata Loops, Ladakh
A series of 21 hairpin bends on the Leh-Manali Highway, challenging due to its steep gradient, narrow lanes, and high altitude.