Governor commends BRO for completing vital infra projects

Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla has expressed his gratitude to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh for dedicating 75 crucial infrastructure projects constructed by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) to the nation. These projects also include the construction of five vital bridges — at Munni (40m), Bhaga (30m), Dogri (65m), Habsar (50m) and Shalkhar-11 (45m) on NH-3 (Road Manali-Sarchu), NH-5 (Road Powari-Pooh-Khab-Namgia-Chuppan-Shipkila) and NH-505 (Road Khab-Sumdo-Kaza-Gramphoo) — in Himachal Pradesh.

The Governor virtually participated in the inauguration programme on Saturday. He highlighted the significance of these bridges in enhancing connectivity and strategic preparedness along the India-China border. “These strategic roads and bridges are not only vital for the swift movement of Army troops and equipment, but also play a crucial role in the socio-economic development of the local population,” the Governor said.

Shukla commended the BRO’s exceptional efforts in completing these projects under extremely challenging weather conditions and inhospitable terrain. He said the BRO completed the construction of these critical strategic projects in the state in record time, and many of these projects have been constructed in a single working season using state-of-the-art technology.

Secretary to the Governor CP Verma, Chief Engineer Project Deepak and other senior officials of BRO were also present at the Raj Bhavan.