BRO’s Milestone: Tunnel Breakthrough on Akhnoor-Poonch Highway

BRO's Milestone: Tunnel Breakthrough on Akhnoor-Poonch Highway

Asif Iqbal | October 25, 2023 | 09:48 PM IST | Poonch | Follow on Google News

BRO’s Milestone: Tunnel Breakthrough on Akhnoor-Poonch Highway.image/daily excelsior

The Border Road Organisation (BRO) has marked a significant milestone in its ongoing Project Sampark, focusing on the enhancement of National Highway 144A (NH144A) spanning from Akhnoor to Poonch. This pivotal endeavor, strategically segmented into eight packages, is witnessing exceptional advancements in both the Horizontal and Vertical Profile of the road. In a remarkable engineering feat, the inaugural of the four tunnels, known as the 260-meter Kandi Tunnel, has successfully achieved its breakthrough. This remarkable achievement stands as a testament to the unwavering commitment and relentless efforts of the dedicated BRO team.

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The construction of this tunnel, which commenced in March 2023, has made significant headway, despite the challenges posed by adverse weather conditions, including heavy rainfall and landslides that have plagued the entire road section. Remarkably, the breakthrough occurred ahead of the planned schedule, underscoring the remarkable expertise and unwavering determination of the BRO team. Brigadier Tejpal Singh, SM, the Chief Engineer of Project Sampark, bore witness to this momentous occasion. Package – 1 is slated for completion by June 2024. Once finished, this tunnel will significantly trim the road’s length by 2.5 kilometers, thus fostering improved connectivity and more efficient travel between Akhnoor and Poonch.

Moreover, this tunnel will play a pivotal role in augmenting strategic connectivity for the Armed Forces, facilitating smoother and more expedient movement from Jammu to Poonch. The Border Road Organisation remains resolute in its commitment to the timely and successful execution of all the projects it undertakes, and this achievement serves as a testament to its unwavering dedication to enhancing transportation infrastructure and contributing to the nation’s development.

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Moreover, this tunnel will play a pivotal role in augmenting strategic connectivity for the Armed Forces, facilitating smoother and more expedient movement from Jammu to Poonch. The Border Road Organisation remains resolute in its commitment to the timely and successful execution of all the projects it undertakes, and this achievement serves as a testament to its unwavering dedication to enhancing transportation infrastructure and contributing to the nation’s development.

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