USBRL Tunnel 50

USBRL Tunnel 50
Overview
Official nameT-50 Main NR Tunnel
Other name(s)T-50
LineUdhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL)
LocationJammu and Kashmir, India
Operation
OpenedFebruary 2024
OperatorIndian Railways
Technical
Length12.775 km

USBRL Tunnel 50 (also known as T-50) is the longest transportation tunnel in India, with a length of 12.775 kilometers. It is located on the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project, between the Sumber and Khari stations in the Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The tunnel was completed in February 2024 and is part of the Katra-Banihal section of the USBRL. The tunnel significantly enhances connectivity within Jammu and Kashmir and is a key component of India's efforts to improve transportation infrastructure in the region.

The tunnel was constructed using the New Austrian Tunneling Method (NATM) and was built by Afcons Infrastructure. It features modern safety systems, including escape tunnels, real-time monitoring, and emergency provisions.