The Zojila Tunnel, an ambitious 13-kilometer infrastructure project, is poised to revolutionize connectivity in the Ladakh region. Designed to ensure all-weather access and eliminate the seasonal blockade imposed by harsh winter conditions, it stands as India’s longest highway tunnel. However, its significance extends far beyond infrastructure—it is a crucial lifeline for the people of Ladakh, a strategic asset for national security, and a catalyst for economic growth. While the tunnel’s raw...
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DC Ganderbal discusses measures for environment conservation at Zojila Pass
Ganderbal, March 20: Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore, today chaired a high-level meeting to discuss measures for ensuring environmental conservation at Zojila Pass.
During the deliberations, the DC conducted a comprehensive review of traffic regulation, measures for safeguarding environment as well as unauthorized commercial activities at Zero Point, Zojila Pass.
In view of recent judgement of the Hon’ble High Court of Jammu and Kashmir, it was decided that the operation of snow...
Zojila Axis Cleared Up to Shaitan Nallah
Kargil, March 18, 2025: Commander Vijayak, accompanied by OC 55 RCC Mulbekh, SDM Drass, and SHO Drass, visited the Zojila Axis to inspect snow clearance operations along the Zojila stretch. During the visit, officials conducted an on-ground assessment of the progress and challenges faced by BRO personnel and machinery.
The civil administration submitted that the number of snow clearance machines be increased so that the National Highway shall open early.
In response, Commander Vijayak ...
After Heavy Snowfall, Clearance Work Underway to Reopen Zojila
Kargil, March 5: Following heavy snowfall in the region, the Zojila Pass has been closed due to the accumulation of approximately four feet of snow and the heightened risk of avalanches. In a telephonic conversation with an official source from Drass, it was confirmed that efforts are underway to restore connectivity.
The road clearance operation has commenced, with teams working from both sides. Snow clearance machines have been deployed from Gumri towards Drass, while work has also beg...
Div Com Kashmir reviews management of vehicular movement through Zojila Pass
Emphasizes on close coordination & synergy among agencies to regulate traffic according to weather conditions
Srinagar, Dec 13 (GNS): In view of plummeting temperatures and frosty condition of road connecting UT of Ladakh with UT of J&K through Zojila Pass, the Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir Vijay Kumar Bidhuri on Friday convened a meeting of concerned officers & agencies regarding the opening and closure of the Pass.
Addressing the meeting, Divisional Commissioner exhor...
Srinagar-Leh national highway re-opens today
Vol Desk, April 18: The Srinagar-Kargil national highway has been reopened for traffic on Thursday following a four-day closure due to avalanches and landslides at Zojila Pass.
Meanwhile, on Wednesday, taxi and auto drivers staged a protest against the administration for the extended closure of the highway since the previous Sunday.
Taxi drivers protest at Sonamarg due the closer of NH01
VoL Desk, April 17: Due the closer of the Srinagar – Leh National Highway (NH01) for the consecutive fourth day, Taxi drivers protest against the DC Ganderbal and Administration.
During the protest they requested the Administration for the early opening of the road.
The protest comes in light of closure of the highway since the last Sunday due to the rainfall and snowfall in the region which resulted in the closer of Zojila pass. The recent snowfall caused continues avalanches and land...
CEC expresses gratitude, on resumption of vehicular movement on Zojila Pass
Kargil, Feb 12: Chairman and Chief Executive Councilor, LAHDC, Kargil, Dr Mohd Jaffer Akhoon expressed gratitude to all the concerned stakeholders for resumption of vehicular movement on Zojila Pass.
The CEC expressed his gratitude to the Union Territory Administration, ADGP Ladakh Police, concerned Officers of Project Vijayak and Beacon besides District Administration including Deputy Commissioner Kargil and SP Kargil for close coordination and execution in the reopening of Zojila Pass a...
Fatal Accident Claims Five Lives as Vehicle Plunges into Gorge at Zojila
VoL Desk, Dec. 07: Tragedy struck at Zojila Pass as a vehicle, identified as a Xylo, veered off the road and plunged into a deep gorge, claiming the lives of five individuals.
As per sources, that five people from Kargil passed away in the tragedy.
Reports indicate that the vehicle was en route from Srinagar to Kargil when the tragic accident occurred on Zojila Pass. Authorities, including the Army, police, and local residents, swiftly responded to the scene to initiate rescue operations.
Traffic Remain Undisturbed Despite Poor Weather Condition at Zojila Pass
Vol, Desk, Nov.10: Due to sudden change in weather condition and falling of fresh snowfall at Zojila Pass the road has become slippery, although traffic remain through from both the sides.
Earlier in the morning, traffic was allowed from Kargil to Srinagar and now traffic is moving from Srinagar to kargil, as per reliable source.
Meanwhile Ladakh Police on X issued advisory that due to snowfall the road has become slippery therefore commuters are advised to use anti-skid chains and ...