PM Narendra Modi Inaugurates Sonamarg's Z-Morh Tunnel, Top Points To Know!
By Jasreet Kaur13, Jan 2025 05:00 PMjagranjosh.com
Do You Know?
The 6.5 km Z-Morh Tunnel in Jammu and Kashmir was inaugurated by PM Modi, which ensures all-weather access to Sonamarg. It cuts travel time significantly and boosts tourism.
Year-Round Access
The region can be reached during all seasons owing to the 6.5-km long tunnel which connects Sonamarg to other regions. It will be able to visit in the winter season as well.
Time Saver
Travelling from Gagangir to Sonamarg now takes just 15 minutes which will save the locals, tourists and other vehicles countless hours on their journeys. This greatly aids the efficiency of travelling.
Promotes Tourism
Sonamarg can now be classified as an all-season destination owing to the tunnel. In the winter season, tourism will be promoted and activities like skiing can take place. More employment opportunities will arise too.
Boosts Defense System
Located on a strategic route, it enables the rushing of supplies and goods to border areas such as Ladakh which is important for defense and national security purposes.
Innovative designs
With powerful and sophisticated modern technology such as ventilation and emergency exits built into the tunnel, people can travel through hostile mountains faster.
Financial and Scope
It was built with a budget of ₹2,400 crore and serves as part f an even greater initiative to enhance infrastructure within the region, allowing regions to be interconnected such as the Zojila Tunnel.
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