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Breaking Own Record: Border Roads Organisation Constructs World’s Highest Motorable Road at 19,400 Feet in Ladakh | Key Facts You Should Know

The Border Roads Organisation has set a new Guinness World Record by constructing the world's highest motorable road at Mig La Pass in Ladakh at 19,400 feet, breaking its own previous record and strengthening India's strategic defence capabilities.
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In a groundbreaking achievement that showcases India’s engineering prowess, Project Himank of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has created history by constructing the world’s highest motorable road at an astounding altitude of 19,400 feet at Mig La Pass in Ladakh.This remarkable feat has officially entered the Guinness World Records, surpassing BRO’s own previous record at Umling La, which stood at 19,024 feet and was set in 2021.

Strategic Significance of the Mig La Pass Road

The newly constructed road forms part of the crucial Likaru-Mig La-Fukche alignment, holding immense strategic importance for India’s defence infrastructure.Located in the southern sector of eastern Ladakh, close to the Line of Actual Control (LAC), this engineering marvel creates a third critical axis to reach Fukche village, which lies merely three kilometres from the Indo-China border.Led by Brigadier Vishal Srivastava, the BRO team hoisted the National Flag and BRO flag at this historic site, marking a proud moment for India’s defence establishment.

Engineering Excellence in Extreme Conditions

Constructing a motorable road at nearly 20,000 feet presents extraordinary challenges that test human endurance and engineering capabilities to their limits.The BRO team battled extreme weather conditions, oxygen-deficient atmosphere, and treacherous terrain to complete this ambitious project.This achievement demonstrates Project Himank’s exceptional expertise in building critical infrastructure in some of the world’s most challenging environments.

Boosting Border Connectivity and Tourism

Beyond its strategic military significance, the Mig La Pass road is expected to transform Ladakh’s tourism landscape dramatically. The route offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Indus Valley and surrounding Himalayan peaks, promising to attract adventure tourists and road trip enthusiasts from across the globe.

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This infrastructure development will provide explorers with access to one of the most spectacular high-altitude destinations on Earth.

Border Roads Organisation’s Legacy of Breaking Barriers

The Border Roads Organisation , established in 1960 under the Ministry of Defence, has consistently pushed boundaries in high-altitude road construction.With this latest achievement at Mig La Pass, BRO has once again proven its commitment to strengthening India’s border infrastructure while showcasing world-class engineering capabilities.The 64-km long road connecting Likaru to Fukche stands as a testament to India’s determination to enhance connectivity in strategically sensitive regions.

National Pride and Future Prospects

This record-breaking achievement aligns perfectly with India’s vision of ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’, demonstrating indigenous capabilities in executing complex infrastructure projects.The successful completion of the world’s highest motorable road reinforces India’s strategic positioning along the northern borders while opening new possibilities for economic development and tourism in Ladakh.As India continues to strengthen its defence infrastructure, such achievements by the BRO serve as powerful symbols of national resolve and engineering excellence.

About BRO

The Border Roads Organisation (BRO), established in 1960 under the Ministry of Defence, builds strategic infrastructure in India’s remote border regions. Guided by the motto “Shramena Sarvam Sadhyam” (Everything Achievable Through Hard Work), BRO creates world-class roads, bridges, and tunnels in extreme terrains, strengthening national security while promoting socio-economic development.


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