India-People and Economy: Transport and Communcation
Question:
The length of 'Atal Tunnel' is:
Options:
7.02 km
9.02 km
11.02 km
13.03 km
Correct Answer:
9.02 km
Explanation:
The correct answer is Option (2) → 9.02 km
The World's longest Highway tunnel - Atal Tunnel (9.02 Km) has been built by Border Road Organisation.
This tunnel connects Manali to LahaulSpiti valley throughout the year. Earlier the valley was cut off for about 6 months each year owing to heavy snowfall.
The Tunnel is built with ultra-modern specifications in the Pir Panjal range of Himalayas at an altitude of 3000 metres from the Mean Sea Level (MSL).
