He informed the minister that he had recently held a detailed discussion with the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) on the challenges surrounding road infrastructure in North Sikkim.
While the BRO has shown readiness to advance the proposal, he emphasised that timely support from the Ministry of Defence would be crucial in accelerating approvals and execution in coordination with the state government, the statement said.
“In its current state, the road to North Sikkim remains fragile, often cutting off local communities from essential services and affecting defence preparedness,” said Subba.
“An alternative highway will ensure year-round access, boost regional development, and serve as a critical strategic asset in view of the sensitive border areas nearby,” he added. PTI COR SOM