SONAMARG TUNNEL ACCIDENT
Nitin Gadkari calls for stronger BRICS ties for sustainable and future-ready transport systems
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, on Sunday called for deeper cooperation among BRICS nations to build transport systems that are sustainable, resilient, inclusive and future-ready, stating that the collective strength of the grouping presents a unique opportunity to shape the future of global mobility through innovation, partnership and shared responsibility.
Six CRPF personnel injured in accident in Jammu and Kashmir's Ganderbal
Tragedy struck near the Sonamarg tunnel in Ganderbal, Jammu and Kashmir, as a CRPF vehicle veered off the road, resulting in injuries to six personnel. The incident occurred on the Srinagar-Leh National Highway. The injured were promptly given first aid and subsequently moved to a CRPF camp at Gund for advanced medical care. Officials confirmed the details of the accident.
40% work on Zojila tunnel over; terrain, weather challenges push completion deadline to 2030
The deadline for completion of the 13 km-long Zojila Tunnel, the longest of its kind in Asia and at the highest altitude, has been pushed back to December 2030 due to difficulties posed by weather and terrain. The tunnel project, running through the Zojila Pass at an altitude of 11,578 feet on the Srinagar-Kargil-Leh National Highway, is of strategic importance as highway closures during winter due to snowfall cut off the Ladakh region from Kashmir.
Third Eye: All geared up for Z-Morh tunnel's inauguration & UP govt proposes 'no helmet, no fuel' policy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the Z-Morh tunnel on Srinagar-Leh highway. The tunnel will ensure all-weather connectivity to tourists via Sonamarg. The J&K administration will provide traditional gifts to the PM. Additionally, the Uttar Pradesh government has proposed a policy whereby riders without helmets will not be sold fuel to reduce road accidents.
Work on Zojila tunnel in full swing, over 40 pc drilling achieved; project to be complete by December 2026
The tunnel project - through the mighty Zojila Pass at an altitude of 11,578 feet on the Srinagar-Kargil-Leh National highway - is of strategic importance as the highway remains closed during winters due to heavy snowfall, cutting off Ladakh region from Kashmir.
