Uttarakhand CM and Railway Minister attends breakthrough ceremony of Silkyara Tunnel in Devprayag

(Pauri Garhwal), April 16, 2025 (ANI): Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami and Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw attended the breakthrough ceremony of Tunnel T-8 IN Devprayag to Janasu section. Railway Minister briefed on the challenges faced in building the tunnel as the rocks and geology of Himalayas makes it difficult to drill through.The Silkyara Tunnel is a significant project for the Char Dham Yatra. The double-lane tunnel spans 4.531 km and costs approximately Rs 853 crore.Upon completion, the tunnel will reduce the distance between Gangotri and Yamunotri Dham by 26 kilometers, providing better facilities and saving time for pilgrims. The project is expected to boost trade, tourism, and employment opportunities in the region, thereby strengthening the local economy.