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India Boosts Border Security with 125 New BRO Projects
7 Dec
Summary
- Defence Minister inaugurated 125 Border Roads Organisation projects worth Rs 5,000 crore.
- These projects enhance security and connectivity across Ladakh, J&K, and seven states.
- This marks the largest single-day inauguration in the Border Roads Organisation's history.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh recently inaugurated 125 Border Roads Organisation (BRO) projects, representing a significant Rs 5,000 crore investment in national infrastructure. These strategically vital projects are spread across the Union Territories of Ladakh and Jammu and Kashmir, along with seven other states, enhancing connectivity and security in critical border regions.
The inauguration, which took place in Leh, marks the largest single-day and highest-value event in the BRO's history. The projects include new roads, numerous bridges, and other essential infrastructure designed to fortify national security and improve the operational capabilities of the armed forces.
Beyond security, these infrastructure upgrades are expected to stimulate local economies, improve disaster response, and strengthen the bond between border communities and the government. The Shyok Tunnel, highlighted as an engineering marvel, will provide crucial all-weather connectivity to challenging military terrains, enhancing troop mobility and logistics delivery.
