Itanagar, Sept 27: High on the rugged Himalayas, where temperatures often dip below 20°C and altitudes soar beyond 15,000 feet, nine Tibetan refugee women are scripting a story of resilience and empowerment.

Serving with the 763 Border Roads Task Force (BRTF) of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO)’s Project Vartak, they stand shoulder to shoulder with men in one of the most challenging works – road construction in high-altitude border areas.

For these women, what began as a means of livelihood has transformed into a journey of dignity and empowerment. Together, they support nearly 50 dependants, proving that empowering a handful of women uplifts entire families and communities.

Traditionally considered men’s work, breaking stones, carrying loads, and assisting in road-building across t

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