Sadhna Pass
Mountain pass in Jammu and Kashmir, India
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Sadhna pass, also known as Sadna Top and previously called Nastachun pass[a] is a mountain pass in Jammu and Kashmir, India. It is located in the Himalayas and connects Karnah tehsil in the Kishanganga valley of Kupwara district with the Kashmir Valley. It is approximately 48 km away from the town of Kupwara. It is located in the vast Shams Bari mountain range at about 3,130 m (10,269 ft) above sea level. The pass is best known for a mythological legend of Blind and Deaf Fairies, and for its association with Bollywood actress Sadhana.
| Sadhna Pass | |
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  Location in Jammu and Kashmir  Sadhna Pass (India) | |
| Elevation | 3,000 m (9,843 ft) |
| Location | Jammu and Kashmir, India |
| Range | Shams Bari Range |
| Coordinates | 34.40°N 73.95°E |
Etymology
The pass has undergone name changes over the years, from its previous designation as Nastachun Pass to its current name, Sadhna Pass. This transition in nomenclature reflects the historical and cultural shifts in the region.
Climate
Sadhna Pass is notable for its elevation and challenging weather conditions, particularly during the winter months when heavy snowfall can lead to the pass being closed. Due to its strategic location and scenery, it has gained attention as both a transportation route and a destination for travelers and adventurers.[1]
Transport
Tunnel
Sadhna Pass Tunnel, once completed, will turn the avalanche-prone route, which gets closed during the winter snowfall, into a safer and faster all-weather geostrategic road. The contract for the preparation of DPR for 6 km long tunnel was awarded in March 2026.[1]
