Zojila Tunnel

Prelims Facts
- Tunnel: Zojila Tunnel.
- Length: 13.14 km.
- Connects: Sonamarg (J&K) – Drass (Ladakh).
- Altitude: >11,500 ft.
- Executing Agency: MEIL.
- Significance: All-weather strategic connectivity to Ladakh.





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