Gangtok, Feb. 26 -- In the face of unforgiving winter conditions, the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has once again demonstrated unparalleled resilience and commitment, ensuring that East Sikkim's crucial lifelines remain open. Over the past week, relentless snowfall has blanketed the region, cutting off access to strategic locations such as the iconic Nathu La Pass (14,140 ft), the revered Baba Harbhajan Mandir, and the treacherous Zuluk bends.

As temperatures plummeted to an icy -20 degreeC and roads disappeared beneath thick layers of snow, BRO personnel sprang into action, working tirelessly to restore connectivity. Equipped with specialized snow clearance machinery and fueled by an unyielding sense of duty, these unsung heroes have...