The Zoji-la tunnel planned to be constructed under the Zoji-la pass will be:

Question

The Zoji-la tunnel planned to be constructed under the Zoji-la pass will be:

1. A. The world's longest bidirectional tunnel
2. B. Asia's longest bi-directional tunnel (Correct answer)
3. C. India's longest bi-directional tunnel
4. D. The world's highest tunnel

Correct Answer

Option B — Asia's longest bi-directional tunnel

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Asia's longest bi-directional tunnel.

Key Points

• The Zoji-la Tunnel project (14.15 km) will be Asia's longest bidirectional highway tunnel, connecting Baltal (Sonmarg) to Minamarg in the Kargil district of Ladakh.
• It will provide all-weather connectivity on the Srinagar-Leh National Highway, reducing the 3.5-hour crossing to 15 minutes and opening the route year-round.