Q. Consider the following:
- Atal Tunnel
- Z-Morh Tunnel
- Zojila Tunnel
- Kuthiran Tunnel
How many of the above are constructed / proposed to be constructed to enhance connectivity to Ladakh?
Answer:
Only three
Notes:
- The Z-Morh Tunnel, located in Ganderbal district, Jammu and Kashmir, connects Gagangir and Sonamarg along the NH1 Srinagar-Leh Highway.
- Built by APCO Infratech, the tunnel spans 6.5 km and features a two-lane main tunnel. Its primary purpose is to provide all-weather connectivity to Sonamarg, bypassing stretches of the highway that are prone to avalanches.
- The tunnel is equipped with advanced systems, including intelligent traffic management and ventilation systems.
- Strategically, it enhances the geostrategic NH1 corridor, improving connectivity to key locations such as Kargil, Baltal, and Ladakh.