New Delhi, Oct 25 (TIWN) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday dedicated to the nation a 19.85-km alternate road alignment on the National Highway-310 in Sikkim, which serves as an important link to bolster defence preparedness in the Nathu La Sector.

Addressing the gathering on the occasion, Singh complimented the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) for its "unwavering commitment" towards delivering outstanding quality infrastructure in record time and "optimal costs.  He enumerated the government's drive towards progressing infrastructure development in far-flung areas not only to enhance defence preparedness but also to foster socio-economic development of the region.