Navigating India’s NH 13: A Comprehensive Guide!
National Highway 13 (NH 13), also known as the Trans-Arunachal Highway, is a 1,559 km long two-lane national highway in India that runs through the state of Arunachal Pradesh. It is one of the longest national highways in the country and is strategically important for its connectivity to China and Bhutan.
Route and map
NH 13 starts at Tawang in the northwest of Arunachal Pradesh and terminates at Wakro in the southeast. It passes through the following districts:
- Tawang
- West Kameng
- East Kameng
- Papum Pare
- Upper Subansiri
- East Siang
- West Siang
- Upper Siang
- Lower Siang
- Shi-Yomi
- Lepa-Rada
- Namsai
- Lohit
NH 13 is a challenging road to drive on, with steep inclines, narrow lanes, and frequent landslides. However, the scenery along the route is breathtaking, with snow-capped mountains, lush green forests, and cascading waterfalls.
Major junctions
NH 13 junctions with several other highways, including:
- NH 15 at Tawang
- NH 113 at Bomdila
- NH 173 at Pasighat
- NH 173A at Tezu
- NH 313 at Wakro
Importance of NH 13
NH 13 is a vital lifeline for the people of Arunachal Pradesh. It connects the remote and mountainous districts of the state with the rest of the country. The highway also plays an important role in the state’s economy, by facilitating the transportation of goods and services.
In addition, NH 13 is also strategically important for its connectivity to China and Bhutan. The highway serves as a major trade route between India and these countries. National Highway 13 is a vital infrastructure project that plays an important role in the lives of the people of Arunachal Pradesh. It is also strategically important for its connectivity to China and Bhutan. The highway is challenging to drive on, but the scenery along the route is breathtaking.
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