It is located on the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project, between the Sumber and Khari stations in the Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
The tunnel was completed in February 2024 and is part of the Katra-Banihal section of the USBRL.
The tunnel significantly enhances connectivity within the Kashmir Valley and is a key component of India's efforts to improve transportation infrastructure in the region.
It features modern safety systems, including escape tunnels, real-time monitoring, and emergency provisions.
According to an official explanation, the false tunnel has a truss structure above it which was built primarily for protection against rockfalls in this section, ensuring the safety of trains passing over the bridge[5].