BRO Builds World’s Highest Motorable Road at 19,400 ft in Ladakh

In a groundbreaking achievement, the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has constructed the world’s highest motorable road at an altitude of 19,400 feet in Ladakh’s Mig La Pass. This milestone surpasses the BRO’s own previous record set at Umling La (19,024 feet) in 2021.

Built under Project Himank, this new road represents a significant advancement in India’s high-altitude engineering efforts and enhances both strategic and civilian connectivity in one of the harshest terrains on Earth.

Led by Brigadier Vishal Srivastava, the BRO team hoisted the National Flag and the BRO flag at the construction site, symbolizing national pride and technological excellence. The newly constructed road is part of the Likaru–Mig La–Fukche alignment, providing a crucial third axis to Fukche near the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

Strategic and National Importance

The Mig La Pass, located in the southern sector of eastern Ladakh, holds significant strategic value. The new road will:

• Strengthen military logistics and facilitate quick troop movement

• Enhance border infrastructure and operational readiness

• Improve accessibility to remote civilian settlements near the Indo-China border

The project also offers substantial benefits for local communities and tourism. With its breathtaking views of the Indus Valley and challenging terrain, the Mig La Pass route is expected to attract adventurers and high-altitude driving enthusiasts from around the world.

Engineering Excellence in Extreme Conditions

BRO’s success in completing this project under extreme weather conditions, with low oxygen levels and sub-zero temperatures, exemplifies its unmatched resilience and innovation. The organization has previously set several world records in high-altitude infrastructure development, including the Umling La Pass road, which earned a Guinness World Record in 2021.

Project Himank, which operates under the BRO, continues to play a vital role in developing strategic border roads that enhance both defense preparedness and regional development.

With the achievement at Mig La Pass, India reaffirms its engineering capabilities and determination to connect even the most remote corners of the nation.