Government approves 2 tunnels for Valley-Jammu connectivity
The Indian government has approved two strategic tunnel projects on NH-244 in Jammu and Kashmir at a cost of Rs 9,800 crore. These tunnels aim to provide all-weather connectivity to the Kashmir Valley and Chenab Valley, reducing travel time and bypassing weather-prone areas.
Why it matters
This infrastructure development is critical for national security and regional economic integration, ensuring year-round access to remote districts.
NEW DELHI: Cabinet Friday approved two strategic tunnel projects and the approach roads on NH-244 in J&K at an estimated cost of around Rs 9,800 crore to provide all-weather connectivity between Kashmir Valley and Jammu region while improving access to Chenab Valley,.The projects comprise Singhpora-Vailoo tunnel and Sudhmahadev-Dranga tunnel, along with their approach roads, on the Anantnag-Chenani corridor.
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