Srinagar, June 24 -- In a big move aimed at improving connectivity across Jammu and Kashmir, the Centre has approved 19 mega road and tunnel projects worth Rs 10,637 crore for the Union Territory.

The approved projects include the construction of Peer-Ki-Gali tunnel, Sadhana tunnel, Zaznar-Shopian section of NH-701A, four-lane flyover from Lal Chowk to Parimpora, Trehgam Chamkote section of NH-701, four-lane Magam Flyover on Narbal-Gulmarg section, and Qazigund Bypass.

The projects, which cover nearly 300 km of vital road length, aim to improve connectivity, support troop mobility, and bolster economic growth across the Union Territory.

The projects include the construction of the Peer Ki Gali tunnel for Rs 3,830 crore and the Sadhna t...