Zojila tunnel construction work begins: All you need to know about

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Thursday launched the first blasting for construction-related work at the 14.15 km Zojila tunnel, one of the longest in Asia, that will provide all-year connectivity between Srinagar valley and Leh. Initiating the blast in a virtual ceremony, Road Transport, Highways and MSMEs Minister Gadkari termed it a "moment of pride" for India.