Leh: PM Modi today inaugurated the Atal Tunnel connecting Leh and Manali. During this, he said that today's day is historic. This was not only Atalji's dream, but also the wait of decades for Himachal and the people of the country. It is my pleasure to launch it. PM Modi said that Atal ji used to come here when I used to watch the work of the organization. One day, Dhumal and I went to Atal ji for this. Our suggestion became Atal ji's dream and today we are seeing it as prosperity.
PM Modi further said that people who have truly contributed are left behind in the glare of inauguration. This resolve has been fulfilled by penetrating the impenetrable Pir Panjal. For this, I thank all the engineers and laborers, because of which this has become possible. PM Modi said that this tunnel is also going to be the lifeline of the new Union Territory of Leh Ladakh. This will reduce the distance between Manali and Keylong by three to four hours.
PM Modi said that this tunnel will enrich the Buddhist tradition of Devadhara which will show light to the world. Be it part of the Himalayas, the expansion of the desert or the coastal areas, they all protect the nation. Attacking the UPA government, PM Modi said that this work was forgotten after Atal's government went. The speed at which tunnel work was going on at that time would have been completed in 2040. PM Modi said that if there was a UPA government, then six years of work would have been completed in 26 years.
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