The Kargil Chronicle: Major Devender Pal Singh| The Indomitable Spirit Of India's First Blade Runner
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The Kargil Chronicle: Major Devender Pal Singh| The Indomitable Spirit Of India's First Blade Runner
Major Devender Pal Singh, India's first blade runner and retired army officer, overcame adversity after surviving a mortar attack during the Kargil War.
Despite losing a limb, he participated in 26 half marathons with a prosthetic limb, inspiring others with his resilience and advocacy for people with disabilities.
Through his community, The Challenging Ones (TCO), he fosters support and encouragement for amputees, embodying the power of determination and the human spirit.
On Saturday, IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal V R Chaudhari laid a wreath at the Station War Memorial as a tribute to all air warriors who laid down their lives in.. IndiaTimes
Today's Kargil Chronicles spotlight the Dras War Memorial near Kargil, Ladakh. This memorial honors soldiers who fought in the 1999 Kargil War. Located 5 km from Kargil's center on the Srinagar-Leh Highway, it's surrounded by hills and peaks crucial to the conflict. These natural features add profound meaning to the memorial, each representing strategic positions and individual acts of bravery. They provide vital context, helping visitors understand the challenging terrain where Indian soldiers fought and sacrificed.
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Day 5 of the journey commenced with an emotional walk led by Vishal Batra in Dras, paying homage to his brother, PVC Captain Vikram Batra, and visiting the poignant Kargil War Memorial. The day's itinerary included honoring the fallen soldiers of the Kargil War and paying tribute to the bravery of Subedar Harka Bahadur Rana. A visit to an Army Goodwill School highlighted efforts in education amidst the region's challenges. The route also encompassed stops at significant sites such as Gurudwara Charan Kamal, steeped in historical importance, and Point 13620, strategically significant during the conflict. Each location along the journey resonated with stories of unparalleled valor and sacrifices made for the nation.
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Join us on Day 4 of the epic motorcycle expedition honouring the fallen heroes of the Kargil War, commemorating 25 years of their bravery. Watch this adventurous journey as riders navigate the peaks of the mountains, paying tribute to the sacrifices made by our soldiers. Don't miss this inspiring and thrilling journey!
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Major Devender Pal Singh, India's first blade runner and retired army officer, overcame adversity after surviving a mortar attack during the Kargil War. Despite losing a limb, he participated in 26..
Join Oneindia as we commemorate the 25th anniversary of India's historic victory in the Kargil War. In this special tribute, we remember the extraordinary bravery and sacrifice of Captain Vikram Batra,..