Leh, May 7 -- In a landmark move to strengthen border infrastructure in high-altitude regions, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday virtually inaugurated 50 strategic projects worth Rs 947.43 crore, executed by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO).

The projects span several key areas, with 16 located in the Union Territory of Ladakh under Project Himank and Project Vijayak.

The virtual event, held fromNew Delhi, saw participation from prominent leaders, including Chairman/CEC LAHDC Leh Adv. Tashi Gyalson, Deputy Chairman Tsering Angchuk, Executive Councillors Tashi Namgyal Yakzee and Ghulam Mehdi, Nominated Councillor Ven. Konchok Tsepel, and Councillor Dr. Morup Dorjey, who joined from the Dhomkhar site.

Marking BRO's 66th Raisi...