Indian troops deployed in Sudan as part of a United Nations Peacekeeping mission emerged victorious in a remarkable Tug of War contest against Chinese PLA, as confirmed by Army officials.
In the viral video shared by news agency ANI, Indian troops exert maximum effort in the game, showcases the exemplary camaraderie and competitive spirit while Chinese troops also gave their best.
#WATCH | Indian troops won a Tug of War that took place between them and Chinese troops during deployment in Sudan, Africa under a UN Peacekeeping mission: Army officials
(Viral video confirmed by Indian Army officials) pic.twitter.com/EpnGKURPa3
— ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2024
The Indian troops emerged victorious. Indian supporters chanted “India, India…” while Chinese supporters cheered for their team. The first Chinese soldier crossing the line signified the Indian team’s victory.
In a display of physical prowess and teamwork, Indian troops demonstrated their strength and determination, securing a notable triumph over the Chinese contingent. It was a friendly yet spirited competition.
The news agency noted that Army officials confirmed the authenticity of the viral video,, which reportedly shows a friendly league match from Monday.
Although it’s a friendly game but there are several reasons for the intense dispute between the two Asian giants.*
However, “At present, the world’s largest and experienced country with plateau and mountain troops is neither the US,Russia nor any European power house,but India”,wrote Huang Guozhi,senior editor of Bejing’s Modern Weaponry. This magazine,a respected defence journal ,is affiliated to the state owned China North Industries Group Corporation Limited(NORINCO) the main supplier of military hardware for the PLA.Huang Guozhi added”India has the world’s largest and most experienced troops trained for high altitude battle and mountain warfare.”
(With inputs from agency)
(Author is a Sr.journalist, working for a Western media with 20 years of experience in covering the east and northeast, with specialisation in Defence and Sports.In her illustrated career she has covered many major events and achieved International and National media awards for Journalism).
