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The completion of the 900-metre tunnel in Uttarakhand’s Rudraprayag district is a major milestone for the Char Dham Yatra. By linking the Rishikesh-Badrinath National Highway (NH-7) with the Kedarnath National Highway (NH-107), the project directly addresses chronic traffic bottlenecks.
Key Project Highlights
- Bypassing Congestion: Vehicles heading toward Badrinath and Kedarnath can now bypass the narrow, overcrowded Rudraprayag market area via the Jawari bypass.
- 200-Metre Alaknanda Bridge: A double-lane motor bridge over the Alaknanda River serves as the connecting link for the tunnel route.
- Timeline for Opening: Construction on the bridge is expected to conclude by August 31, 2026. Mandatory testing and trial runs will follow immediately.
- Impact on Pilgrims: Successful trial runs will allow traffic for the third phase of the Char Dham Yatra to be rerouted through the new infrastructure, significantly cutting travel time and improving safety.
For a visual breakdown of the completed project and local updates from Rudraprayag, watch this Rudraprayag Tunnel Report.
This video provides a quick news report showcasing the 900-meter tunnel construction and the accompanying bridge over the Alaknanda River in Uttarakhand.