DRASS: The Corps of Signals’ Wheels of Valour – Sanchar Shakti Motorcycle Expedition reached the Kargil War Memorial in Drass on Saturday, where its contingent of 24 riders paid tribute to the soldiers who laid down their lives during the 1999 Kargil conflict, as part of the 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas commemorations.
The expedition, which commenced from Delhi, arrived at the memorial on the 12th day of its journey after traversing Ambala, Firozpur, Jalandhar, Gurdaspur, Yol, Palampur, Manali, Padum and Kargil. The commemorative ride has been organised to honour the legacy of Operation Vijay while reinforcing the spirit of remembrance associated with Kargil Vijay Diwas.
At the Kargil War Memorial, the riders observed a solemn tribute to the fallen soldiers, reaffirming the Indian Army’s continued commitment to preserving the memory of those who made the supreme sacrifice in defence of the nation’s territorial integrity.
The 24-member team negotiated steep mountain passes, high-altitude roads and the rugged Himalayan terrain during the expedition, underscoring the physical endurance and operational discipline that characterised the journey from the national capital to Drass. The Sanchar Shakti Motorcycle Expedition forms part of a series of outreach and commemorative events being organised by the Indian Army ahead of Kargil Vijay Diwas. Through such initiatives, the Army seeks to honour the service and sacrifice of the soldiers who fought during the Kargil War while fostering public awareness of their legacy across different parts of the country.
