In , as a tribute to the valour and sacrifice of the Indian Army, a commemorative bike rally was organized on Tuesday (2nd July 2024) from the Old Kargil Memorial to Randhawa Top. This significant event marks the 25th anniversary, Rajat Jayanti of Kargil Vijay Diwas, celebrating India’s momentous victory over Pakistan in the 1999 Kargil War. The rally was organized by the Indian Army in collaboration with SAEL and the NGO Pawan Prithvi Paani.
On this occasion a wreath-laying ceremony at the Old Kargil Memorial by the chief guest, Brigadier Jaideep Chanda, honouring the brave martyr soldiers of Kargil war was held.
Later, the recently renovated Kargil Heritage Hut was inaugurated. This heritage site had been opened for tourists by the Indian Army in June 2023, now features vintage mine-protected vehicles such as Rakshak and Cassiper, alongside an “I Love India” selfie point with the iconic backdrop of Point 13620, symbolizing the strength and resilience of our armed forces.
Disclaimer: This press release is sourced from News On AIR, Prasar Bharti and Press Information Bureau India (PIB).
