Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said the way for the construction of the much-awaited Bhubu Jot Tunnel in Himachal Pradesh has been cleared by the Ministry of Defence.
He said the ministry has asked the Ministry of Road Transport to design a project report for the construction of the tunnel along with the Ghatasani-Shilha-Bhubhu Jot-Kullu National Highway.
He said, “The concerted efforts of the state government have borne fruits as the in n its communication the Ministry of Defence emphasized its critical role of this highway and tunnel as an alternative route to Leh-Ladakh significantly enhancing the operational readiness of the Armed Forces in strategic forward areas; besides the tunnel will be help in improving socio-economic condition of the people in the region.”
The CM said, “I personally met Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on October 25, to request prioritization of this project in the light of its strategic importance, besides taking up the issue with Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari; the construction of this tunnel will be a milestone for the development of the state,” he stated.
The proposed Bhubhu Jot Tunnel will reduce the distance between Kangra and Kullu by over 50 kilometers, providing immense benefits to the local population and boosting tourism in the region, thereby strengthening the local economy
“The state government is prioritizing tunnel construction to enhance road connectivity, promote sustainable development, and minimize environmental impact as the project will strengthen strategic infrastructure but also catalyze socio-economic growth in the region,” the CM said.
