Northern Border. It also has adequate social significance by connecting villages from hinterland to main road axis which will invariably boost the social-economic development in the region, providing positive impetus on tourism and will generate more employment opportunities.Speaking on the occasion, Hon’ble Raksha Mantri, Shri Rajnath Singh lauded BRO’s commitment towards establishing connectivity in far- flung areas by ensuring timely completion of these roads & bridges. He mentioned that in last five years BRO had completed 450 infrastructure projects with a cost of more than Rs. 16000 Cr and this year, in 2024 with these 75 infra projects BRO has dedicated a record 111 infrastructure projects to the Nation. He appreciated the feat of construction of these 75 infrastructure projects at such an expeditious pace during this year. He mentioned that such performance by the BRO is unprecedented and is a reflection of the grit and determination of the entire Border Roads Organisation.
He also lauded BRO’s effort of always being at the forefront in constructing more than 40% of Roads in high altitude area with hostile terrain, harsh weather, low Oxygen levels and extreme cold. Despite these challenges BRO remains committed towards its mission of Connecting Place Connecting People.
He reaffirmed the Government’s resolve to ensure better infrastructure development in border areas keeping in view the Nation’s security needs. He expressed his confidence in BRO’s contribution to Nation building by promoting enhanced defence preparedness & ushering economic development in Border States through improve connectivity despite tremendous challenges of terrain & weather condition.
Source: BRO
