Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has inaugurated the Pratham—Shyok bridge.
- This bridge will link Leh to Karakoram, providing connectivity on the strategically important Darbuk—Shyok—Daulat Beg Olde axis for military transport.
- The bridge is a major development on the Shyok Gong river
- It will enhance travel of locals as well as the Army in this strategic region.
- It will increase travel and communication for strategic transport.
"Constructing roads and bridges in difficult terrains would help in development and progress of the nation and its people" Defence Minister said
