New Delhi, August 05, 2021 (PPI-OT):India Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has constructed the highest motorable road in the world at the height of 19,300 feet at Umlingla Pass in eastern Ladakh, Indian defence ministry said.
The BRO has constructed a 52-km long black-topped road through Umlingla Pass, bettering the previous record of a road in Bolivia connecting to its volcano Uturuncu at 18,953 ft, the Indian ministry’s statement said. The road at Umlingla Pass now connects the important towns in the Chumar sector of Eastern Ladakh, it said.
“It will prove to be a boon to the local population as it offers an alternative direct route connecting Chisumle and Demchok from Leh. It will enhance the socio-economic condition and promote tourism in Ladakh,” the Indian ministry claimed.
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