Atal Tunnel, inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi, reduces the road distance by 46km between Manali and Leh and the travel time by about four to five hours.
A BCCI source told PTI that the ICC asking members for suggestions on the itinerary is part of the protocol and there has to be a strong reason for the venues to be changed.
Ravichandran Ashwin wasn't picked in the Indian team's playing XI for the World Test Championship final against Australia. He has now broken silence on the snub.