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BRO Targets Record Rs 17,900 Crore for Strategic Border Infrastructure

The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has achieved its highest-ever financial outlay of Rs 16,690 crore for the 2024-25 fiscal year for constructing and maintaining strategic border infrastructure. It has set an even higher target of Rs 17,900 crore for the 2025-26 fiscal year to continue this upward trajectory. The organisation operates 18 dynamic field projects across challenging terrains in North West India, the North East, and even in Bhutan, building critical roads, bridges, and tunnels. These projects, such as the Sela Tunnel in Arunachal Pradesh and the Shinku La Tunnel in Ladakh, are vital for national security and connecting remote regions under initiatives like the Vibrant Villages Programme.

Key Points: BRO's Record Rs 17,900 Crore Target for Border Roads & Tunnels

  • Record Rs 16,690 cr outlay in FY25
  • Rs 17,900 cr target for FY26
  • 18 field projects across 11 States & 3 UTs
  • Focus on NE, Ladakh & western borders
  • Enhances security & socio-economic development
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BRO targets infra projects worth Rs 17,900 crore in border areas

BRO achieves highest-ever outlay of Rs 16,690 cr in FY25, targets Rs 17,900 cr for FY26 to boost strategic roads, bridges & tunnels in border areas.

"exemplify BRO's unwavering commitment to national security, strategic preparedness, and regional development - official statement"

New Delhi, Jan 19

The Border Roads Organisation achieved its highest-ever outlay of Rs 16,690 crore in FY 2024-25 on the construction and maintenance of strategic roads, bridges, tunnels and airfields of the country and will continue this upward trajectory, with a target of Rs 17,900 crore fixed for FY 2025-26, according to an official statement issued on Monday.

BRO, which builds and maintains infrastructure in border and inaccessible regions to meet both military and civilian needs, now commands 18 dynamic field projects. Out of these, nine are in North West India (J&K, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan), eight are in North East and Eastern India (Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Mizoram, Meghalaya) while one is in Bhutan.

These projects are dedicated to engineering and executing strategic infrastructure across 11 States and 3 UTs. Large-scale roads, bridges, tunnels, and airfields, complemented by tele-medicine nodes, reinforcing both national security and socio-economic development under initiatives like Act East and Vibrant Villages Programme, the statement explained.

In Arunachal Pradesh, BRO projects such as Vartak, Arunank, Udayak, and Brahmank tackle some of India's most challenging frontiers, connecting remote villages to the Line of Actual Control (LAC) through critical infrastructure including Sisseri Bridge, Siyom Bridge, Sela Tunnel, and Nechiphu Tunnel.

In Ladakh, projects like Himank, Beacon, Deepak, Vijayak, and Yojak maintain vital lifelines to Kargil, Leh, and the Karakoram region, covering strategic routes such as the Srinagar-Leh highway, Darbuk-Shyok-DBO (DS‑DBO) Road, Atal Tunnel, and the ongoing Shinku La Tunnel, ensuring all‑weather connectivity.

The Northeast sees projects like Swastik in Sikkim, Pushpak in Mizoram, Setuk in Assam and Meghalaya, and Sewak in Nagaland and Manipur strengthening regional access. On the western borders, Sampark in Jammu and Chetak in Rajasthan enhance strategic mobility.

Beyond the Himalayas, Shivalik ensures reliable access to the Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand, while Hirak extends connectivity into Left-Wing Extremism-affected areas of Chhattisgarh.

Finally, Dantak, BRO's overseas arm in Bhutan, reinforces bilateral ties through extensive road, bridge, and infrastructure development. Together, these initiatives exemplify BRO's unwavering commitment to national security, strategic preparedness, and regional development, the statement added.

- IANS

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Priya S
While the strategic importance is clear, I hope this massive spending also translates to tangible benefits for the people living in these remote areas. Roads and bridges should bring schools, hospitals, and economic opportunities, not just military mobility.
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Rohit P
The BRO jawans and engineers are the real heroes. Working in those extreme conditions in Ladakh and Arunachal is no joke. Salute to their dedication. This investment is a tribute to their hard work.
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Sarah B
As someone who has traveled to Ladakh, the improvement in roads is remarkable. The Darbuk-Shyok-DBO road is crucial. Good infrastructure also boosts tourism and local livelihoods. A very positive step.
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Vikram M
Connecting remote villages to the LAC is smart policy. It strengthens our territorial claim and integrates our own citizens. The Vibrant Villages Programme needs this backbone. Hope the pace of work matches the urgency.
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Karthik V
Rs 17,900 crore is a huge amount. While I support border infrastructure, there must be absolute transparency in spending. We need audits and updates to ensure every rupee is used effectively without corruption.
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Meera T
Glad to see projects in the Northeast getting attention. Connectivity in Arunachal and Nagaland is vital for national integration and economic development of the region.

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