अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न (FAQs)
What is the elevation of Banihal Pass?
The historic surface summit of Banihal Pass is situated at an elevation of 2,832 metres (9,291 feet) above sea level in the Pir Panjal Range.
What famous tunnels are built under Banihal Pass?
Banihal Pass is famous for the historic 2.85-kilometre Jawahar Tunnel (opened in 1956) and the new 8.45-kilometre Banihal-Qazigund Four-Lane Tunnel (opened in 2021).
What two regions are connected by Banihal Pass?
Banihal Pass connects the Jammu division (Ramban and Banihal) with the Kashmir Valley (Qazigund and Anantnag).
Is the road across Banihal open in winter?
Yes, thanks to the modern Banihal-Qazigund tunnel, the highway remains open year-round, completely bypassing winter snow accumulation on the mountain crest.
What does the name 'Banihal' mean?
In Kashmiri, 'Banihal' translates to 'Place of Winds' or 'Blizzard', referring to the fierce winter winds that historically battered the high pass.