Jammu Kashmir: Rs 9,779 Crore Approved for Twin Tunnel Projects | Kashmir Life

SRINAGAR: Union Minister Jitendra Singh has announced that approval has been granted for two major tunnel projects on National Highway-244 in Jammu and Kashmir, aimed at strengthening road connectivity in Doda, Kishtwar, and Udhampur districts.

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Approval has been granted for the construction of Uni-Directional Twin Tube Sudhmahadev–Dranga Tunnels (length 12.85 km, including 2L + PS approaches) and the Twin Tube Singhpora–Vailoo Tunnel (length 38.61 km, including…

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In a post on X, the Minister said the approved works include the Uni-Directional Twin Tube Sudhmahadev–Dranga Tunnels, measuring 12.85 km with 2-lane plus parallel service (PS) approaches, and the Twin Tube Singhpora–Vailoo Tunnel, spanning 38.61 km with similar approach structures. The total estimated cost of the projects is Rs 9,779.42 crore.

He described the development as “heartening news” for the three districts and stated that it puts to rest earlier reports suggesting that the project had been shelved.

The Minister also expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying the decision reflects continued focus on strengthening infrastructure in Jammu and Kashmir.