Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today joined the Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari at the breakthrough ceremony of the historic Zojila Tunnel.
The LG expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister Gadkari for making this vision a reality and said that the landmark project will usher in a new era of connectivity and development for Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, an official press release said.
“Today is undoubtedly a historic day. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the people of Union Territories of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh.
“Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji and the relentless efforts of Union Minister Nitin Gadkari Ji, the Zojila Tunnel will emerge as a lifeline for the region, strengthening supply chains, boosting tourism and providing vital strategic support to our armed forces,” the LG said.
The LG along with the Union minister inspected the tunnel and expressed his deepest appreciation and commendation to all the engineers, personnel and workforce who have worked day and night under extremely challenging weather conditions at such a high altitude.
“Connectivity drives development and brings economic prosperity. Over the last 12 years, unprecedented work has been done in this sector across the country. There has been a significant improvement with regard to road, air and rail connectivity in these regions.
“Given the scale of ongoing projects in Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh, I am confident that this will not only boost trade and tourism but will also significantly strengthen national security, especially in border areas.
“I hope this project will be completed at the earliest and dedicated to the people of Ladakh and Jammu & Kashmir,” the LG said.
The LG also stated that the completion of this infrastructural marvel will offer immense convenience to devotees of Baba Amarnath Ji coming to Kashmir from across the country.
“As the Chairman of Shri Amarnath Shrine Board, I once again extend my gratitude and congratulations for this achievement,” he said.
