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“It’s disheartening to see that people have already forgotten my father's work. I pray and sincerely wish to resurrect his contribution, dedication and love for this beautiful land."

Without the ingenuity of Ghulam Hassan, a mason, there would be no THOISE (Transit Halt Of Indian Soldiers Enroute-to Siachen) airbase.

Measuring 9.02 km long, the “world’s longest highway tunnel” connects Manali to the Lahaul-Spiti Valley throughout the year. The Valley was earlier cut off for six months each year because of heavy snowfall.

“Seeing the pain and suffering of others had inspired me to construct this road," says the inspiring 75-year-old who spent Rs 57 lakh of his own money to build the road! #RealLifeHero #Respect

A much vaunted symbol of soft power, Project Dantak is one of India's greatest nation building exercises on foreign soil. Here's why. #India #Diplomacy

“The temperatures drop to as low as minus 50 degrees Celsius during the winter, while in the peak of summer it goes to about 12 degrees. Working in these conditions can be a herculean task, adding to which is the fact that glaciers shift constantly as the snow melts.”

Did you know that peak tourist inflow in Ladakh generates 15-16 tonnes of garbage daily? This innovation may just be the solution it needs!

The motorable road in the Ladakh region of Jammu and Kashmir is between the Chisumle and Demchok villages, not very far from the Indo-China border and roughly 230 kilometres away from Leh.