
Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Abdulkadir Uraloğlu gave important information about the Salarha Tunnel in Rize. Minister Uraloğlu stated that the tunnel provides the shortest transportation opportunity between the north and south and made the following statements:
“Salarha Tunnel reduces the length of the existing 13,4 km long road to 4,3 km, reducing the transportation time from 20 minutes to 5 minutes.”
About Salarha Tunnel
- Length: 13,4 km replacing 4,3 km of existing road.
- Transportation Time: The transportation time, which was previously 20 minutes, decreased to 5 minutes after the tunnel came into operation.
This tunnel will significantly improve the transportation network in the region and make life easier for the local people by shortening travel times. Minister Uraloğlu's statements emphasize the positive effects of the construction of the tunnel on transportation.