This Kargil veteran saw soldiers ripped apart by enemy shells, kept firing
Monday, 22 July 2024 () In the Kargil war's 15-day battle, Subedar Roshan Lal's 18 Grenadiers captured Tololing peak. Facing harsh cold and altitude, they fought after Naik Birendra's death, observed a Mi-17 downed, and endured artillery. Despite severe injuries, they also captured Tiger Hills, with Lt Colonel Vishwanathan killed retrieving Major Adhikari's body. Lal now works at Bhonsala Military School.
On Day 7 in Leh, the 101 Regulars enjoyed a relaxed stay at a homestay run by Col Tsewang Smanla, a Kargil War veteran, and his wife Tahira. They explored the local market, shopped for traditional handicrafts, and savored local delicacies. A visit to the Hall of Fame and the Kargil War Memorial...
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