Sir,
Col Ajay K Raina’s article on the strategic potential of connecting Kishtwar to Ladakh offers a crucial perspective on India’s infrastructure planning.
The proposed Kishtwar route holds clear advantages in enhancing military logistics, especially for movements that avoid the volatile and vulnerable regions around Zoji La. As highlighted, this route would provide safer, uninterrupted access to Ladakh, bypassing areas prone to hostile interference.
Moreover, developing Kishtwar as a defense base could bolster our readiness against external threats, while also addressing underdevelopment in the Doda-Kishtwar region. It is high time policymakers consider alternatives that not only meet security needs but also promote balanced regional development.
As Col Raina rightly suggests, pausing to rethink the alignment of infrastructure projects could prevent missed strategic and economic opportunities for generations to come. Thank you for spotlighting this vital issue.
Sham Lal
Kishtwar
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