PM Modi Inaugurates Strategic Z-Morh Tunnel in Jammu and Kashmir

The 6.5-km tunnel ensures year-round connectivity between Srinagar and Sonamarg, boosting tourism, defense logistics, and local livelihoods.

The Z-Morh tunnel, built at an altitude of over 8,650 feet, connects Gagangir and Sonamarg, bypassing landslide- and avalanche-prone areas.
The project, completed at a cost of ₹2,700 crore, includes a main tunnel, an emergency escape tunnel, and advanced traffic management systems.
The tunnel reduces travel time from over two hours to 15 minutes and is a key link for civilian and military movement to the Ladakh region.
The infrastructure is expected to enhance local economic growth by supporting tourism, winter sports, and year-round employment opportunities.
Prime Minister Modi emphasized the government's commitment to regional development, while local leaders highlighted the tunnel's transformative impact on connectivity and livelihoods.