Project Deepak

Project Deepak Latest News

Recently, the Project Deepak of Border Roads Organisation (BRO) celebrated its 66th Raising Day at Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. 

About Project Deepak

• It was initiated in 1962 by the Border Roads Organisation.
• The project has been instrumental in executing critical infrastructure works in some of the most challenging terrains of the country.
• Its area of responsibility spans key districts of Himachal Pradesh including Shimla, Kinnaur, Kullu and Lahaul-Spiti.
• Achievements
  • Project Deepak- one of the oldest projects- has also been at the forefront of developing critical infrastructure such as Hindustan-Tibet Road and key stretches of Manali-Leh axis.
  • In addition to infrastructure development, this project has demonstrated exceptional commitment towards disaster management and humanitarian assistance.

Key Facts about Border Roads Organisation

• It is a road construction executive force in India that provides support to the Indian Armed Forces.
• BRO was entirely brought under the Ministry of Defence in 2015.
• Establishment: It was formed on 7 May 1960 to secure India’s borders and develop infrastructure in remote areas of the north and northeastern states of the country.
• It develops and maintains road networks in India’s border areas and friendly neighboring countries.
• Motto: Shramena Sarvam Sadhyam (everything is achievable through hard work).

Source: PIB

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