A highly skilled and spirited team of engineers belonging to the Border Roads Organisation has achieved a major breakthrough in the ongoing Project Sampark on National Highway 144A (NH144A) from Akhnoor to Poonch
Jammu-based Defence spokesman Lt-Col Suneel Bartwal in a statement Wednesday said, "In a commendable feat of engineering, the first of the four tunnels 260 meters Kandi Tunnel has achieved its breakthrough".
The crucial tunnel, once completed, is set to enhance the strategic connectivity for the Armed Forces, enabling smoother and more expedient movement from Jammu to Poonch for commuters.
The breakthrough came ahead of schedule, demonstrating the exceptional expertise and determination of the BRO.
Brigadier Tejpal Singh, Chief Engineer Project Sampark, was present to witness this momentous occasion.
The Defence Spokesman said, this crucial project has been divided into eight packages, and the BRO is making remarkable progress in enhancing the Horizontal and Vertical Profile of the road.
The tunnel work, which commenced in March 2023, has seen remarkable progress despite facing adverse weather conditions, including heavy rainfall and landslides along the entire road stretch.
