
Summary:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Sonamarg Tunnel in Jammu & Kashmir, honoring the workers who risked their lives to complete it and mourning the loss of seven laborers. He praised the people’s warmth despite harsh weather and highlighted the tunnel's opening during festivals like Lohri and Makar Sankranti, extending his best wishes to all.
The Sonamarg Tunnel will make travel easier by reducing snow and avalanche-related problems, improving access to services and supplies. It connects regions like Sonamarg, Kargil, and Leh, boosting tourism and local economies. Plans for further development include better roads, railways, and hospitals. Significant investments in education, healthcare, and infrastructure, worth Rs. 13,000 crore, will support growth in Jammu & Kashmir.
Source: IBEF
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