Minimarg, June 9 -- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday termed the breakthrough of the strategically crucial Zojila Tunnel a "historic milestone," saying it will ensure all-weather connectivity between Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh while boosting economic growth, tourism and national security in the border region.

Addressing a gathering at the Zojila Eastern Portal, Sinha congratulated the people of J&K and Ladakh and praised engineers, scientists and workers involved in the project for working in challenging conditions.

"I congratulate the people of Ladakh and Jammu & Kashmir and all those associated with this project who worked tirelessly in adverse weather conditions," he said.

Highlighting the importance of connectivity in bord...