Itanagar, May 8, 2025 – Arunachal Pradesh marked a significant step forward in bolstering border infrastructure and regional connectivity with the inauguration of 21 new Border Roads Organisation (BRO) projects on BRO Day 2025, a day dedicated to celebrating the organization’s contributions to national security and development. The projects, which include 4 roads and 17 bridges, are set to enhance accessibility in remote border areas, strengthen defense logistics, and uplift local communities.
Chief Minister Pema Khandu hailed the occasion as a “landmark moment” for the state, emphasizing its dual impact: fortifying national borders amid ongoing geopolitical tensions with China, which claims Arunachal Pradesh as South Tibet, and improving the quality of life for residents in isolated regions. “These projects are a testament to our commitment to inclusive growth and security,” Khandu stated during the inauguration ceremony.
The initiatives were executed under four key BRO operational divisions:
Project Vartak: 7 projects
Project Arunank: 4 projects
Project Brahmank: 7 projects
Project Udayak: 3 projects
At a high-level review meeting in Itanagar, attended by senior military officials and BRO representatives, CM Khandu expressed deep gratitude for the BRO’s relentless efforts in navigating the state’s rugged terrain—among the most challenging in India—to deliver critical infrastructure. The meeting highlighted the collaborative spirit driving these strategic developments, with officials discussing future plans to further expand connectivity.
The newly inaugurated roads and bridges are expected to revolutionize transportation in Arunachal Pradesh’s border districts. For security forces, this means faster deployment and improved supply lines to forward areas along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). For locals, the projects promise better access to markets, healthcare, and education, fostering economic growth and reducing isolation. For instance, communities in districts like Tawang and Upper Siang can now look forward to shorter travel times and safer routes, even during harsh winters.
The Arunachal Pradesh government reiterated its dedication to partnering with the BRO and central agencies to sustain this momentum. With China’s rapid infrastructure development in Tibet, as noted in recent years, these projects are a crucial step in ensuring India’s border regions remain secure and vibrant, aligning with national initiatives like the Vibrant Border Village programme. This milestone underscores a broader vision of development that balances defense needs with the aspirations of the Northeast’s people.
