R oads have long been viewed as symbols of development — linking regions, opening markets, and connecting people. In mountainous regions, however, road construction is never a simple feat of engineering. It involves negotiating steep gradients, fragile soils, sensitive ecosystems, and communities whose lives are intricately bound to their landscapes. The challenge of balancing development and environmental sustainability is particularly acute in Jammu & Kashmir (J&K), where geography is not merely physical but deeply political and cultural.

In October 2024, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) issued a tender for the preparation of a Detailed Project Report and for construction supervision of a two-lane highway with paved shoulders, stretching from Shopian to Magam. This w

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