[1] It forms a critical part of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project, which aims to connect the Kashmir Valley with the Indian railway network.
[4] The project is designed to provide all-weather connectivity to the Kashmir Valley, reducing travel times and boosting tourism and trade.
[5] The tunnel traverses the lesser Himalayas, cutting through highly jointed and fractured dolomite and intersecting the Main Boundary Thrust (MBT), a major shear zone.
[1] This marked a pivotal achievement in the USBRL project, paving the way for improved regional connectivity and economic growth in Jammu and Kashmir.
The prospect of direct train services linking Kashmir with Delhi promises significant improvements in regional integration.