Intelligence Summary
Event
Delay
Project
Zojila Tunnel Project
Value
Rs 6,800 Cr
Status
Delay
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has approved a timeline extension for the Zojila Tunnel Project, currently under construction by Megha Engineering & Infrastructures Limited (MEIL). Heavy snowfall and recurring avalanches near the Srinagar-Leh highway have reduced daily tunneling hours. Over 58% of the excavation works are complete. Once operational, the 14.15 km tunnel will reduce travel time across the Zojila pass from 3.5 hours to 15 minutes, guaranteeing all-weather military logistics mobility.
Capital Deployment Strategy
The development is being monitored for its delivery, financing, and wider infrastructure implications.
Status Transition
Previous state
Previous status
Current
Delay
Next phase
Execution
Why It Matters
Verified intelligence
This update is connected to structured project and source records.
Project impact
The Zojila Tunnel Project remains under active monitoring.