Rishikesh–Karnaprayag Rail Line: 41st Tunnel Breakthrough Achieved
Why in the news
Another milestone was logged on a Himalayan railway line in Uttarakhand when a tunnel reached breakthrough stage.
Key facts
- Milestone: 41st tunnel breakthrough on 11 September 2026.
- The breakthrough came with completion of Escape Tunnel-1.
- Line length: 125 km.
- Executing agency: Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL).
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Project | Rishikesh–Karnaprayag rail line |
| Length | 125 km |
| Developer | RVNL |
| Breakthrough count | 41st |
| Date | 11 September 2026 |
| Region | Himalayan Uttarakhand |
Significance
- Better rail connectivity in the Himalayan region of Uttarakhand.
- Tunnelling forms a major part of the work because of the difficult mountainous terrain.
Exam angle
- Developer: RVNL; length: 125 km.
- Latest breakthrough: Escape Tunnel-1, the 41st.