Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, originally scheduled to celebrate Holi with armed forces personnel in Siachen, will now mark the festival in Leh due to inclement weather in Siachen. The change was announced through a post on the Raksha Mantri s official social media handle. The Siachen Glacier, where Singh was initially set to celebrate, is known as the world s highest battleground, situated near the Line of Control between India and Pakistan. Further updates on Singh s tour program are awaited.
Singh lauds soldiers for their bravery in extreme conditions, acknowledges Ladakh as India s capital of courage, and vows government s commitment to welfare of armed forces
In solidarity with soldiers serving at the world's highest battleground, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will be visiting Siachen glacier to celebrate Holi with troops stationed there. Holi 2024: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh To Celebrate Holi in Siachen With Troops.
Rajnath Singh to celebrate Holi at Siachen, battling frostbite and avalanches at 20,000 ft. The highest militarised zone faces -60°C temperatures. The Defence Minister will visit on March 24.