The inauguration of Sonamarg Tunnel brought a significant relief to residents and travelers in the region. This vital infrastructure, which ensures year-round connectivity to Sonamarg, has mitigated the stress caused by seasonal blockades and unpredictable weather conditions.

The J&K CM was a fierce critic of the BJP during the elections but has been on a reconciliatory path since taking charge of the Union Territory.

The Sonamarg tunnel ensures seamless connectivity between Gagangir and Sonamarg in Kashmir and will ease summer travel to Ladakh.

Srinagar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially inaugurated the strategically significant Z-Morh tunnel on Monday, which will enable year-round access to the popular tourist destination in the Sonamarg region of Jammu and Kashmir.

Earlier called the Z-Morh tunnel due to its shape, the 6.4-km passage, now to be known as Sonamarg tunnel, is the first step towards the connectivity plan, with the next being the completion of the Zojila tunnel connecting Sonamarg in Kashmir with Drass in Ladakh.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Z-Morh tunnel in Sonamarg, enhancing all-weather connectivity between Srinagar and Leh. The tunnel aims to boost tourism, defense logistics, and socio-economic growth in the region,

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Sonamarg in Jammu and Kashmir on January 13 and will inaugurate the Sonamarg Tunnel project.

Prime minister Narendra Modi also paid tribute to seven people, including labourers, who were killed in a terror attack in the area in October 2024.