Answer: Border roads are very important. The reasons are-
- The border road has improved accessibility in areas with difficult terrain on the north-eastern and northern borders.
- The border roads contribute to the economic development of the northern and north-eastern border areas.
- Border roads will improve access to health care, education and many other facilities for people living in border areas.
- It also contributes to the development of the tourism sector.
- Above all, border roads help keep India safe. Border roads allow troops to advance quickly into border areas and help protect borders from external attacks.