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Study to improve road construction in high-altitude passes

Jun 09, 2026 2 mins read
Study to improve road construction in high-altitude passes

Recurrent failures of pavements along Dochula, Pelela, Yotongla and Thrumshingla passes are partly attributed to design standards that are unsuitable for construction in such conditions.

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