Eyeballing Chinese troops at Bumla who can’t believe what they are seeing !
Sports cars driving right up to Indo- China Border from India side.
Mechanical Extravaganza propelled by Supercars meets the hallowed precincts of Bum Lapass in Tawang. From the Golden Pagoda at Namsai to the mystical heights of Bum La Pass, connected by the Arunachal Himalayan Odyssey. The event was flagged in by the Tawang Brigade of Indian Army recently.The Thrilling Drive is a test of grit & passion, bracing the winding roads, challenging mountain ranges & snow-clad peaks on the Trans Arunachal Exploration!
Rendezvous of Roaring Engines with Hallowed Himalayan Frontiers” as the Tourism Department of Arunachal Pradesh, supported by prestigious Gajraj Corps of Indian Army, hosted a spectacular Supercar Rally at Nyukmadong War Memorial. Amidst the high-octane display, history echoed—honouring the valour of War Heroes of 1962.
A tribute on wheels, blending honour, legacy and speed in the heart of Eastern Himalayas by the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh , Mr.Pema Khandu.
Brief History of Nyukmadong War Memorial:
The Nyukmadong War Memorial is located on a specious 1.5 acre plot of land, overlooking the famous battle ground of 18 November 1962. It nestles in a three tired terraced landscape with beautiful coniferous trees planted around. The main memorial is in the form of a 25 feet high ‘Chorten’ conforming to the local ethos and traditions. Entrance looks like a main access way, to a monastery, in typical Buddhist style. On both sides of the memorial, plaques listing the names of officers and Jawans, who died here on that fateful day, have been erected. The memorial is staffed by JCO’s, who are more than willing to narrate detailed account of the battle. A visit to this memorial invariably turns in such a solemn occasion that every visitor leaves the place with a sad and heavy heart.
(Edited by Pratyusha Mukherjee)
(Ms.Pratyusha Mukherjee, an Independent Sr. Broadcast Journalist working for British media with 20 years of experience in covering the east and northeast, with specialisation in Defence and Sports.She is associated with us as Editorial head of Defence and Sports. In her illustrated career she has covered many major events and achieved International and Indian media awards for Journalism)
