Kargil Vijay Diwas: Nation Pays Tribute To Martyrs On 25th Anniversary | ABP News
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Kargil on Friday, 26th July, to commemorate the 25th Kargil Vijay Diwas. At the Kargil War Memorial, he will pay tribute to the martyrs. Following this, he will inaugurate the Shinku La Tunnel Project. The Prime Minister's Office released a statement detailing the visit. PM Modi is scheduled to arrive at the Kargil Memorial at 9:20 am. The Shinku La Tunnel Project, which will be inaugurated virtually, includes a 4.1 km long twin-tube tunnel constructed at an altitude of approximately 15,800 feet on the Nimu-Padum-Darcha road. This tunnel will provide all-weather connectivity to Leh. Once completed, it will be among the world's highest tunnels. This project will not only facilitate the swift and efficient movement of armed forces and equipment but also promote economic and social development in Ladakh.