Soldiers from Army and Air Force at Tololing Top (Photo: Indian Army)
New Delhi: A team of 30 brave Indian Army soldiers from several units successfully scaled the Tololing Peak and hoisted the tricolour, paying tribute to men who lost their lives fighting Pakistani infiltrators during Operation Vijay in Kargil.
Indian Air Force’s officers and airmen also participated in the expedition to exemplify the spirit of synergy and jointmanship which defines the Indian Armed Forces.
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An official said: “In a solemn tribute to the gallant soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice during the historic Battle of Tololing in the Kargil War of 1999, the Indian Army's ‘Forever in Operations Division’ conducted a commemorative expedition to Tololing Peak on June 11, 2025.”
The expedition, flagged off from Kargil War Memorial in Dras, paid homage to the unwavering spirit and supreme sacrifice of the soldiers who recaptured strategic heights from enemy force, marking a crucial turning point in the conflict.
As the Nation looks up to 26th Anniversary of Operation Vijay, “this expedition stands as a poignant reminder of the valour, patriotism and selfless service that epitomise the Indian Armed Forces.”
This expedition is more than just an adventure, it is a journey of remembrance, reflection and reverence, aimed at inspiring future generations with the stories of courage and sacrifice that shaped the nation's history.
