SRINAGAR: The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has constructed the Kumdok bridge on the Leh-Loma road in the eastern sector of Ladakh. The bridge connects Leh with important towns, such as Chumathang, Hanle, Loma and the Tso Morari lake, which is a famous tourist destination.
The 111 Road Construction Company (RCC) of 16 Border Road Task Force (BRTF) under Project Himank led by Brig Nitin K Sharma, chief engineer, has launched the 45-m class 70-tonne steel structure across the Kumdok nullah.
A BRO statement said that the bridge will facilitate smooth movement of various military and civilian vehicles on this important axis.
Lt Gen YK Joshi, General Officer Commanding, 14 Corps inaugurated the bridge.