To Promote border tourism, foster camaraderie between civilians and military personnel, and showcase the breathtaking beauty of the region a unique civilian-military trekking expedition, aimed under the Vibrant Village Programme, concluded successfully this week in the picturesque region of Zemithang.
A 16-member team, comprising experienced mountaineers from the Indian Mountaineering Federation (IMF) and Indian Army personnel took part at this unique expedition.
A challenging 40-kilometer trek through the Eastern Himalayas, spanning four days and covering altitudes ranging from 9,000 to 15,000 feet were covered by the trekkers.
It was a tough terrain , so trekkers had to go through dense forests, rugged locations and steep mountain slopes.
“It was a lifetime experience to explore the unexplored beauty of Arunachal Pradesh alongside Indian Army personnel. I would love to participate in future expeditions in this area,” said Ritesh, a civilian trekker.
Army’s Role:
Army personnel provided essential guidance, ensured safety, and shared valuable survival techniques for high-altitude conditions.
The successful completion of this expedition is expected to pave the way for more such civilian-military initiatives in Zemithang, fostering collaboration between the armed forces and civilians in the context of national defense and security.
(Inputs from Lt.Col.MS Rawat, Defence PRO, Guwahati and edited by Pratyusha Mukherjee)
