PROJECT VIJAYAK (BRO)

CURRENT CONTEXT: The Border Roads Organisation’s (BRO) Project Vijayak celebrated its 15th Raising Day at Kargil, Ladakh.

ABOUT PROJECT VIJAYAK

• Launched: 2010 by BRO.
• Name Origin: Draws from Operation Vijay, linking the battle theatre with the project area.
• Objective: Provide road connectivity in Kargil and Zanskar, earlier under Project Himank.
• Strategic Routes
  • Zojila – Kargil – Leh axis.
  • Nimmu – Padam – Darcha axis.
• Welfare Initiatives : Insulated shelters, sanitation, protective gear, winter clothing, health camps for labourers.