Ladakh: The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has once again set a world record by constructing the highest motorable road on the planet, crossing Mig La Pass at an altitude of 19,400 feet in eastern Ladakh, near the Line of Actual Control (LAC). This achievement surpasses BRO’s previous records at Umling La (19,024 ft) and Khardung La (18,380 ft).
The project was executed by Project Himank, BRO’s specialized wing for road construction in eastern Ladakh. A team led by Chief Engineer Brig Vishal Srivastava hoisted the National Flag and BRO ensign at the Mig La summit to mark the historic feat.
The Likaru-Mig La-Fukche road is strategically vital as the third axis connecting Hanle to Fukche, while also providing a boost to adventure tourism in the region. Its extreme altitude, challenging terrain, and breathtaking landscape are expected to attract enthusiasts from across the globe.
According to BRO, 11 out of the 14 highest motorable passes worldwide have been built by the organisation. For years, Khardung La, gateway to the Nubra Valley and Siachen, held the record until Umling La was constructed six years ago.
Functioning under the Ministry of Defence, BRO is responsible for developing infrastructure in India’s border areas and selected friendly neighboring countries. Its operations span 19 states and three Union Territories, including the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, as well as countries like Afghanistan, Bhutan, Myanmar, Tajikistan, and Sri Lanka. BRO has constructed over 60,000 km of roads, 19 airfields, and more than 1,000 bridges in some of the world’s toughest terrains, alongside multiple tunnels to ensure all-weather connectivity to forward areas.
