CEC, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd. Jaffer Akhoon, reviewed winter preparedness measures along the Zojila road and inspected the ongoing work at the Zojila Tunnel on October 10.

He was accompanied by Deputy Commissioner and CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar, Councillor Abdul Wahid, SDM Drass, and SHO Drass.

At the Zojila axis, the CEC directed Project Vijayak officials to ensure snow clearance and road maintenance up to India Gate throughout the winter season. He instructed that adequate quantities of soil be stockpiled at strategic locations for use during snowfall to maintain road traction and safety.

Dr. Akhoon emphasized the importance of keeping men and machinery on standby for emergency deployment during heavy snow. He assured that with coordinated efforts from the District Administration, LAHDC Kargil, and Project Vijayak, all possible measures would be taken to keep the Zojila axis functional during winter.

Later, the CEC inspected the ongoing work at the Zojila Tunnel. Officers informed him that approximately 1.5 kilometres of excavation work remain, with both tunnel ends expected to be connected by May or June 2026.

Dr. Akhoon appreciated the dedication of officers, engineers, technicians, labourers, and workers providing essential services under harsh climatic conditions. As a token of appreciation, he presented khataks and souvenirs to the officials and staff working at the tunnel site.