Work begins to clear snow from Manali highway
With winters receding in mountainous regions, the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has commenced work to clear snow along the strategic Manali-Leh highway.
The road, which connects Ladakh with the rest of India, remains closed for several months in winter due to heavy snow in higher reaches. The operations are being undertaken under BRO’s Project Himank, which is responsible for road construction and their maintenance in southern Ladakh.
“The operation aims to restore connectivity along the strategic highway, which serves as a lifeline for both civilians and defence personnel operating in the region,” BRO sources said.
The ongoing operation is being carried out in extreme weather conditions, with teams of skilled personnel and heavy machinery deployed to clear massive snow accumulations along key stretches of the highway.
The 427-km Manali-Leh route is part of National Highway-03 and is vital for transport and logistics, especially for the armed forces stationed in the high-altitude areas of Ladakh.
