Kargil, April 13 -- n a push to accelerate strategic connectivity, Lieutenant Governor union Territory of Ladakh Vinai Kumar Saxena on Monday reviewed the progress of the under-construction Zojila Tunnel during an inspection of its eastern portal in Drass, officials said.

Saxena, visited the Eastern Portal of Zojila Tunnel to inspect the ongoing construction work during his visit to Drass, reviewing progress on one of the most significant infrastructure projects aimed at ensuring all-weather connectivity to Ladakh.

During the inspection, the Lieutenant Governor was given a detailed presentation on the project. He was informed that the tunnel, being executed by Megha Engineering & Infrastructure Ltd at a sanctioned cost of Rs 6,808.69 cror...