Pir ki Gali, Sadhna tunnels; Centre approves 19 mega road, tunnel projects worth Rs 10,637 crore for J&K

Srinagar: Jammu & Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha expressed gratitude to PM Modi and Union Transport minister Nitin Gadkari for approving 19 mega road and tunnel projects for the Union Territory.

In a post on X, the LG said he is extremely grateful to PM Modi Ji and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari for giving approval to 19 mega road and tunnel projects for J&K worth Rs 10,637 Crore.

“Major approved projects include construction of Peer-Ki-Gali tunnel, Sadhana tunnel, Zaznar Shopian section of NH-701A, 4-L flyover from Lal Chowk to Parimpora, Trehgam Chamkote section of NH-701, 4-Lane Magam Flyover on Narbal-Gulmarg section & Qazigund Bypass & other projects,” he LG said.

He added many strategically important projects will improve logistical support and troops mobility. “Projects will improve infrastructure in J&K and connect various tourist destinations. Construction of tunnels will reduce the travel time, ensure all-weather connectivity and spur economic growth,” he said.

—(KNO)