82 percent of roads along China border unfinished

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Ministry of Defence
21-November, 2018 15:28 IST
DGBR Reviews Progress of Critical Roads in Border Areas

Director General Border Roads (DGBR) Lt Gen Harpal Singh, reviewed the progress of works of operationally critical roads in the Area of Responsibility of Project Arunank from November 20 to 21, 2018.

The DGBR carried out inspection of Road TCC - Taksing & TCC-Bidak. The General officer was accompanied by CE (P) Arunank Brig RS Rawal during the inspection of sector. While expressing general satisfaction towards the works, the DG stressed that the quality of work should be of highest standard and at the same time PDC should be adhered to at all costs.

The DGBR travelled by road from Taksing to Gelensiniak-Bidak and arrived at Limeking. Enroute the General officer inspected the ongoing road construction and took stock of plan of Bailey Bridges on various Nallahs and rivers for fair weather connectivity to Taksing and Bidak. Lt Gen Harpal Singh was convinced about the difficulty of terrain, unpredictable weather and the constraints of local resources in the region which posed huge challenge to BRO in timely completion of the roads. DG met the BRO personnel and CPLs at various work sites, complimented and exhorted them to keep pushing forward so that connectivity on these roads could be established.

Lt Gen Harpal Singh carried out the inspection of Hapoli- Sarli-Huri Road on 21 November, 2018. DG expressed his satisfaction at the pace of progress and directed that the PDC for connectivity should be met at all costs. He complimented them for their dedication in working in extremely remote area with tough terrain conditions and persistent inclement weather. He exhorted them to continue the good work and ensure timely completion of the task with highest quality.

The General officer called on the Governor and Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh and apprised about the status of road works in the state. The interaction between the BRO officials and Arunachal State dignitaries will surely pave the way for a harmonious and balanced roadwork progress in the State. The visit will go a long way in timely achievement of targets with highest quality by BRO.

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Ministry of Defence
20-July, 2019 19:37 IST
Raksha Mantri Inaugurates Ujh and Basantar Bridges in J&K

Ushering in vast improvement in the connectivity of roads and bridges in border areas, Raksha Mantri ShriRajnath Singh inaugurated the One kilometre long Ujh bridge in Kathua district, 617.40 Metre long Basantar bridge in Samba district of Jammu & Kashmir today and dedicated these to the nation.

Terming construction of Ujh&Basantpur Bridges a great achievement by BRO, Raksha Mantri ShriRajnath Singh said that the roads and bridges are the lifeline of any nation and play a vital role in the socio-economic development of people in the far flung regions. Raksha Mantri praised BRO personnel for working in the most hostile and the difficult areas away from their families. He added that the BRO has been rendering commendable services through construction and maintenance of roads and bridges in border areas fulfilling the strategic needs of the Defence Forces. Reiterating the Central Government’s commitment to the development of connectivity in Jammu & Kashmir, he said Prime Minister is regularly monitoring the progress of these projects and funds are being made available accordingly.

One Km long Ujh bridge is the longest bridge constructed by BRO and also has the distinction where technology of Pre Cast Segmental br with 60 m spans was used. It has been constructed at a cost of approxRs 50 crore and was completed within the scheduled time. The bridge is located on Parole-Korepannu-Rajpura road over UjhNallah. Basantar bridge has been constructed at a total cost of approxRs 41.7 crore. The bridge is located on Rajpura–Madwal–Pangadur–Phulpur road over BasantarNallah. Both these bridges have been constructed under 69 RCC/13 BRTF of Project Sampark. These bridges will provide smooth connectivity and are vital for the Army for deployment on border areas. These bridges will be a big relief for the local people of border villages of Kathua and Samba sector as road connectivity used to get disrupted during Monsoon.

Minister of State for Prime Minister's Office, Department of Atomic Energy & Department of Space Dr Jitendra Singh also highlighted the development program of Central Govt and Prime Minister ShriNagendraModiji's steps for boosting connectivity in Jammu & Kashmir.

Director General Border Roads Lt Gen HarpalSingh, underlined the contribution of BRO to the nation in far flung areas of the country under extremely difficult and harsh conditions. Admiring the contribution of Project Sampark and congratulating all the employees associated with this project, he offered his sincere thanks to Raksha Mantri, Minister of State, Chief of Army Staff and other dignitaries for their support and guidance.

The event was attended by Chief of the Army Staff Gen BipinRawat, GOC, 29 Infantry Division Maj Gen YP Khandurialongwith many other Army & Civil administration dignitaries.

 

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The Union Minister for Defence, Shri Rajnath Singh inaugurating the Basantar Bridge to dedicate to the Nation, in Samba district, Jammu and Kashmir on July 20, 2019. The Minister of State for Development of North Eastern Region (I/C), Prime Minister’s Office, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh, the Chief of Army Staff, General Bipin Rawat and other dignitaries are also seen.

The Union Minister for Defence, Shri Rajnath Singh dedicates the Basantar Bridge to the Nation, in Samba district, Jammu and Kashmir on July 20, 2019. The Minister of State for Development of North Eastern Region (I/C), Prime Minister’s Office, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh, the Chief of Army Staff, General Bipin Rawat and other dignitaries are also seen.

The Union Minister for Defence, Shri Rajnath Singh addressing at the inauguration of the Basantar Bridge, in Samba district, Jammu and Kashmir on July 20, 2019.

The Union Minister for Defence, Shri Rajnath Singh dedicates the Basantar Bridge to the Nation, in Samba district, Jammu and Kashmir on July 20, 2019. The Minister of State for Development of North Eastern Region (I/C), Prime Minister’s Office, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh, the Chief of Army Staff, General Bipin Rawat and other dignitaries are also seen.

The Union Minister for Defence, Shri Rajnath Singh inaugurating the UJH Bridge to dedicate to the Nation, in Kathua district, Jammu and Kashmir on July 20, 2019. The Minister of State for Development of North Eastern Region (I/C), Prime Minister’s Office, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh, the Chief of Army Staff, General Bipin Rawat and other dignitaries are also seen.

The Union Minister for Defence, Shri Rajnath Singh dedicates the UJH Bridge to the Nation, in Kathua district, Jammu and Kashmir on July 20, 2019. The Minister of State for Development of North Eastern Region (I/C), Prime Minister’s Office, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh and other dignitaries are also seen.

The Union Minister for Defence, Shri Rajnath Singh dedicates the UJH Bridge to the Nation, in Kathua district, Jammu and Kashmir on July 20, 2019. The Minister of State for Development of North Eastern Region (I/C), Prime Minister’s Office, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh, the Chief of Army Staff, General Bipin Rawat and other dignitaries are also seen.

The Union Minister for Defence, Shri Rajnath Singh dedicates the UJH Bridge to the Nation, in Kathua district, Jammu and Kashmir on July 20, 2019. The Chief of Army Staff, General Bipin Rawat is also seen.

The Union Minister for Defence, Shri Rajnath Singh addressing at the inauguration of the Basantar Bridge, in Samba district, Jammu and Kashmir on July 20, 2019.