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Z-Morh Tunnel renamed after Sonamarg: 10 things to know about 6.4 km tunnel located at height of 8,500 feet

  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 6.5-kilometer-long Z-Morh tunnel in Jammu and Kashmir's Ganderbal district on Monday .
  • The Z-Morh tunnel will ensure year-round accessibility to the Sonamarg tourist resort, bypassing landslide and avalanche-prone areas.
  • The project, completed at a cost of over Rs 2,700 crore, significantly reduces travel time between Srinagar and Sonamarg.
  • The Z-Morh tunnel is expected to boost the local economy and tourism, creating employment opportunities for residents in Ganderbal.
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This tunnel connecting Sonamarg and Gagangir is situated at an altitude of 8,650 feet and has a 7.5 meter wide parallel route for emergency situations. This tunnel will connect Ladakh by road throughout the year as well as play an important role in the country's defence needs and regional development.

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The Economic Times broke the news in on Sunday, January 12, 2025.
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