Zojila Tunnel Project Halfway Through; Completion Expected by 2026

13 Aug 2024 CW Team

The Zojila Tunnel project, a key infrastructure endeavor aimed at providing all-weather road access between Kashmir and Ladakh, has reached the halfway point. As of August 2024, over 50% of the construction work is complete, with the project expected to be finished by 2026.

This strategic tunnel, located at an altitude of approximately 11,000 feet, will be one of the longest and highest tunnels in the world upon completion. It aims to ensure year-round connectivity across the Zojila Pass, which is often blocked by heavy snowfall during the winter months. Currently, the pass remains closed for several months each year due to adverse weather conditions, severely affecting travel and supply chains.

The Zojila Tunnel will significantly enhance transportation links between the Kashmir Valley and Ladakh, reducing travel time and improving the reliability of road access in the region. It is anticipated that the tunnel will cut the journey time from Srinagar to Leh from around 12 hours to approximately 4 hours, thereby facilitating smoother movement of people and goods.

The project involves the construction of a 14.2-kilometer-long tunnel and an additional 8 kilometres of approach roads. It is being executed in challenging terrain, requiring advanced engineering techniques and robust safety measures. The project has faced delays due to technical challenges and harsh environmental conditions, but progress continues steadily.

The successful completion of the Zojila Tunnel will have a transformative impact on the region, bolstering economic development, improving strategic military mobility, and providing crucial support to local communities. The Indian government has emphasised its commitment to the timely completion of this vital infrastructure project, underscoring its importance for national security and regional integration.

Infrastructure Urban

09 Mar 2026

Flender Inaugurates Wind Gearbox Test Rig In Chennai

Chennai, 6 March 2026: Flender has inaugurated a 13.5 MW wind turbine gearbox test rig at its Walajabad facility near Chennai, marking the installation of the largest test rig of its kind in India. The facility was inaugurated on 5 March in the presence of Andreas Evertz, CEO, Flender Group; Lars Wiegemann, Vice President – Wind Gears; and Vinod Shetty, CEO, Flender India.The test rig has been developed to support testing and validation of wind turbine gearboxes, strengthening the company’s capabilities in the renewable energy sector. The commissioning was completed within three months thr..

BMW Industries partners with IOCL for PNG supply at Bokaro plant

BMW Industries has entered into a strategic partnership with Indian Oil Corporation (IOCL) for the supply of Piped Natural Gas (PNG), reinforcing its commitment to adopting cleaner and more efficient energy sources for its operations.The agreement was signed at the Eastern Region Pipelines (ERPL) headquarters in Kolkata. The partnership is expected to support the company’s upcoming manufacturing facility in Bokaro by facilitating the use of natural gas as a primary energy source.According to the company, the adoption of PNG will help enhance operational efficiency while also contributing to ..

Bombay Realty Secures RERA for Three ICC Tower in South Mumbai

Bombay Realty, the real estate arm of Bombay Dyeing and part of the Wadia Group, has received Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) certification for Three ICC – Wing A, the latest luxury residential tower at Island City Center in Mumbai’s Dadar.The RERA registration marks a key milestone in the development timeline and reinforces the company’s focus on regulatory transparency, timely project delivery, and high construction standards.Following the success of One ICC and Two ICC, the upcoming Three ICC tower represents the next phase of the Island City Center development. The project ai..