Project Deepak of Border Roads Organisation (BRO) celebrates its 66^th Raising Day on May 04, 2026 at Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, marking over six decades of dedicated service in the strategically vital regions of the Western Himalayas.

Having area of responsibility spanning key districts of Himachal Pradesh including Shimla, Kinnaur, Kullu and Lahaul-Spiti, Project Deepak- one of the oldest projects- has also been at the forefront of developing critical infrastructure such as the historic construction of historic Hindustan-Tibet Road and key stretches of Manali-Leh axis. The Project has played a vital role in constructing, upgrading and maintaining strategic road networks, thereby ensuring connectivity to remote border areas and contributing significantly to national security and regional development.

In addition to infrastructure development, this project has demonstrated exceptional commitment towards disaster management and humanitarian assistance. Numerous rescue operations, under this project, have been successfully undertaken during natural calamities. Notably, in May 2023, BRO teams rescued around 300 stranded motorists at Baralachala Pass and in July 2023, over 250 civilians were evacuated from Chandrataal during a challenging high-altitude rescue mission.

Raised in 1961, the project has been instrumental in executing critical infrastructure works in some of the most challenging terrains of the country. Entrusted with over 1,100 km of road network including critical high-altitude and border roads, it played a crucial role in strengthening defence preparedness, by consistently supporting the defence forces in maintaining vital lines of communication and ensuring operational readiness in high-altitude areas.

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