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The Strategic highway (S-1) begins south of Gilgit on the Karakoram Highway N-35 near Juglot, and extends eastwards towards Skardu city.An amount of Rs5,500 million had been allocated (2019-20) out of which Rs 3,950 million had been issued,
It plans to rebuild the entire highway at a cost of ₨40 billion.The project includes five tunnels, including an eight-kilometer tunnel.
Work started Feb 2018.After the completion of project, the eight-hour journey will reduce to just three hours.
It plans to rebuild the entire highway at a cost of ₨40 billion.The project includes five tunnels, including an eight-kilometer tunnel.
Work started Feb 2018.After the completion of project, the eight-hour journey will reduce to just three hours.