Why in News
Project Chetak of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) celebrated its 47th Raising Day on 4 April 2026 at Bikaner, Rajasthan.
About Project Chetak
- Launched: 1980
- Implemented by: Border Roads Organisation (BRO)
- Area: Western border region
- Rajasthan
- Punjab
- Northern Gujarat
Objectives
- Strengthen border infrastructure
- Ensure all weather connectivity
- Support troop movement
- Promote regional development
Key Features
- Maintains 4,000 km+ roads
- 214 km Ditch Cum Bund (DCB) for: Border security and Flood control
- Upgrading feeder roads to:
- National Highway double lane standard
About Border Roads Organisation (BRO)
- The Border Roads Organisation (BRO), established on May 7, 1960, is a premier statutory construction force under India’s Ministry of Defence.
- It develops and maintains road networks, bridges, tunnels, and airfields in border regions and friendly neighboring countries.
- Primarily serving the armed forces, the BRO plays a critical role in enhancing national security and regional connectivity in challenging terrains.
| [2024] What are the duties of the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) as Head of the Department of Military Affairs? 1 Permanent Chairman of Chiefs of Staff Committee. 2 Exercise military command over the three Service Chiefs. 3 Principal Military Advisor to Defence Minister on all tri-service matters. Select the correct answer using the code given below: (a) 1, 2, 3 (b) 1 and 2 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1 and 3 only |
